With
whole area of 682.400 hectares exclusively coffee orchards dominated in regions
called Nenmara, Gavi and Munnar this state remains in limelight due to
the presence of coffee estates here. Above mentioned coffee estates are prominent
ones but the ones in Vandiperiyar townships have equally gained popularity with
coffee plantations that turn it green landscapes. With its 67.800 hectares
coffee orchard area Gavi remains in the center of attraction and enchants
tourists to arrive and enjoy time. Equally is seething 60.200 hectares of
coffee orchids in Munnar that add to its beauty. Nenmara’s coffee estates cover
more than 77.400 hectares of area.
All
coffee estates of Kerala are managed by Kerala Forest Development Corporation
Limited from 1976 till now. All those areas not considered suitable for
cardamom cultivation have been exclusively turned into coffee gardens.
This Corporation also manages huge coffee estate territories in Pamba, Kallumala and Cheeyambam in Wayanad district.
This Corporation also manages huge coffee estate territories in Pamba, Kallumala and Cheeyambam in Wayanad district.
Being
famous in the whole nation as biggest coffee producer, Kerala remains in the
notice for producing numerous varieties of coffee especially major one Robusta
whose share is more than 90% production in the region. As hardly extra efforts
are needed to cultivate Robusta coffee plants it is more popular and produced
with least pesticide issues. Average lifespan of Robusta coffee plant is 60 to
80 years.
As
coffee contains caffeine content it proves an exciting drink that energizes
people having it.
Varieties
of Coffee Grown in Kerala
Too
many Varieties of Coffee Grown in Kerala offer good choice so such Varieties of
Coffee Grown in Kerala are always brought into limelight.
Arabica
and Robusta are the two important varieties of coffee which are usually grown
in Kerala state.
Arabica Coffee.
Mainly
from the southwestern highlands of Ethiopia such types of coffee had been
produced in the mountainous areas there. Other notable names of this variety of
coffee are “Arabic Coffee”, “Mountain Coffee” and "coffee shrub of
Arabia" amongst others. As researches reveal Coffea Arabica remains
primary coffee species upon cultivation and are usually abundantly grown in
southwest Arabian region for more than 1,000 years there.
Robusta Coffee
With
its origins in the western and central sub-Saharan Africa the Robusta coffee is
an important variety and is used commonly nowadays. This coffee is part of the
Rubiaceae family flowering plant species so has it gained popularity as famous
Coffea robusta. Scientists have evaluated its origin from Coffea canephora
group with Robusta and Nganda varieties.
Major
Coffee Plantation Region in Kerala
The
Major Coffee Plantation Region in Kerala are the areas where coffee estates
have been developed for plantation of different types of coffee.
India’s
southern region is completely dominated by coffee plantations starting from the
Western Ghats Hills where there are ample rainfalls due to early monsoon
arrival. Such geographical conditions make it suitable for coffee plantation in
the country.
Wayanad
With
its strategic location in the midst of splendid Western Ghats mountains,
Wayanad is famous and denoted with the Malabar region’s green paradise. This
place is renowned hilly areas in Kerala state at the first position besides
Munnar, Nalliyampathy and Rajamala hills. Forests and landscapes, Pookkode Lake
and Karapuzha Dam surround this mesmerizing hilly region. As weather condition
and nice climate makes it perfect to cultivate coffee and tea this region is
denoted with a metaphor—Coffee County of Kerala. Robusta and Arabica are two
major varieties of coffee grown in this region. Peaceful climate, seething
hills and greenery makes Malabar region wonderful so are flora and fauna that
enhance its attraction.
Pothamedu
Situated
at a distance of mere 6 kilometers from Munnar town, Pothamedu is other
important location in Kerala where huge coffee plantations are done. If looked
from the top then it’s excellent scenery is well observed. One can see the
Idukki Arch Dam perfectly from Pothamedu which is located at a distance of 60
kilometers. In fact it remains a prominent viewpoint with superb location. Its
landscape amalgamates plantations ranging from tea, coffee and cardamom in the
valley side. Adventure games trekking and long mountain walks are common in its
rolling hills so are attractive lush mountains and spectacular scenery. One
feels rejuvenated due to cool air and outstanding mounts where plantations are
common. Pothamedu remains a prominent Munnar view-point in the Kerala state.
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