Agartala, Sept 15: Parimal Das, a farmer from Kanchanmala village in West Tripura district, has successfully cultivated rambutan, marking a new milestone in the state’s agricultural journey.
Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum L.) is a medium-sized tropical tree in the family Sapindaceae. Its fruits—furry, bright red with a creamy white centre—are as exotic in appearance as they are in taste. The name “rambutan” comes from the Malaysian word for hair, a nod to the soft spines covering the fruit. Rambutans grow in clusters on trees and take about three months to ripen.
Known for their sweet flavour and striking look, rambutans often make a statement in grocery stores, health food outlets, and even farmers’ markets across the U.S. Apart from their market appeal, the fruits are also valued for their nutritional benefits.
Das’s pioneering effort in Tripura not only reflects the adaptability of local farmers but also opens new opportunities in horticulture and agribusiness. With the state’s climate and soil showing promise for nurturing the fruit, experts believe rambutan cultivation could boost both local consumption and commercial production in the coming years.
This first-ever farming attempt in Tripura is being seen as a step towards diversification, innovation, and strengthening the rural economy—while inspiring other farmers to explore new avenues of cultivation.
Speaking to Hub News, Das, who also runs Joy Guru Flower Nursery, said, “ I mainly associate with fruit cultivation for my survival and to live with the environment. Fruit cultivation is good for earning money. For many years, I have been involved in rubber cultivation and have run my family through it. My main reason to enter fruit cultivation is that we can both eat some fruits and sell them.”
Sharing his experience, he added, “I am associated with dragon fruit cultivation. If Tripura’s farmers want to cultivate rambutan, they can do it and earn money through this farming. At present, I am getting Rs 1,000 per kg of rambutan. In Tripura’s soil, rambutan can be easily cultivated.”
Das also emphasised the importance of sustainable practices: “Everybody should come up with organic farming as it has a lot of demand.”
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