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Trichy Farmers Go Natural: Chemical-Free Produce Now Available
3 Nov
Summary
- Natural farming produce sales launched in Trichy's farmer markets.
- Farmers sell directly, ensuring fair prices without middlemen.
- Certified organic items include traditional grains, pulses, and fresh produce.
Across Trichy district, farmer markets are now offering vegetables and fruits cultivated using natural farming methods. This initiative, overseen by the agriculture marketing and agricultural business department, ensures certified natural produce is available every Sunday at fair prices.
Farmers participating must hold a certificate from the Tamil Nadu Organic Certification department. They can now sell traditional rice, millets, pulses, fresh vegetables, fruits, and other natural products directly to consumers. This bypasses intermediaries, promising improved income for farmers and encouraging wider adoption of sustainable agriculture.
Trichy district features eight farmer markets, including locations in Anna Nagar and KK Nagar, and six in Musiri, Thuraiyur, Manapparai, Lalgudi, Manachanallur, and Thiruverumbur. Farmers interested in selling their produce should register with their nearest market's administrative officers.
This effort is poised to promote green food consumption and healthier living. It also fortifies the district's farmer market infrastructure, creating a robust link between local producers and consumers. Key agricultural strengths in the district include shallots, chilli, tapioca, banana, mango, and lemon.
