Dragon Fruit

Dragon fruits cultivation in India

Grow Once, Earn for 20 Years: Dragon Fruit Farming is Booming; Here’s What You Need to Know About Profits, Low Investment, and Govt Subsidies

Farmers across India are turning to dragon fruit as a sustainable and climate-resilient crop. Its growing popularity is also creating new opportunities for rural employment and agri-entrepreneurship.…
Kamalam Cultivation: IIHR’s Breakthroughs in Pink and White Dragon Fruit Farming

IIHR’s pioneering research on pink and white Kamalam (dragon fruit) has enhanced cultivation, post-harvest management, and value addition, boosting farmer income and export potential. Its nutritional benefits, climate adaptability, and profitability make it a promising crop for sustainable agriculture in India.…
Bihar Agricultural University Secures Patents for Dragon Fruit Harvesting Tools

Bihar Agricultural University has received two patents for innovative hand-held tools that enhance dragon fruit harvesting. These farmer-friendly devices aim to boost efficiency, protect crops, and support the state’s growing horticulture sector.…
Assam Farmer Earns Over Rs 1 Crore Annually with Dragon Fruit Farming, Promotes Sustainable Agriculture

Assam farmer Akbar Ali Ahmed started dragon fruit farming six years ago and set up a profitable business with dragon fruit cultivation on his "Khidmat Agro Nursery & Farm." Today, he earns over Rs 1 crore annually.…
Sunburned Dragon Fruit? Here's How to Save Your Precious Produce

Sunburn injury management in dragon fruit involves timely detection, proactive measures to protect crops from damage caused by extreme temperatures and radiation levels.…
Innovative Breakthrough: ICAR-IIHR Develops Technology to Prepare Ready-to-Serve Dragon Fruit Juice

ICAR-IIHR introduces innovative technology for preparing Ready-to-Serve Dragon Fruit Juice, aiming to meet rising demand and promote sustainable horticulture practices.…
Bihar Announces 40% Subsidy for Dragon Fruit Cultivation

State grants incentives for Dragon fruit farming, aiming agricultural prosperity & farmer empowerment…
Dragon Fruit Farming Gaining Popularity Among Farmers from Mexico, Thailand to UP Villages

Dragon fruit cultivation is booming in Uttar Pradesh due to its economic viability, health benefits, and government support, with farmers shifting from traditional crops to this exotic fruit.…
Benefits of Adding Dragon Fruit (Pitaya) to Your Diet

The essential vitamins and minerals found in dragon fruit are abundant, and it has low calories. Additionally, it has a substantial amount of dietary fiber.…
Haryana to Offer Rs. 1.20 Lakh per Acre for Dragon Fruit Cultivation

According to Misra, a farmer can get a grant of up to 10 acres under this scheme, but in order to do so, they must first register on the "Meri Fasal-Mera Byora’ website.…
Now You Can Grow Dragon Fruit in a Pot or Container; Know-How

Bengaluru native Indira Ashok Shah is an enthusiastic urban gardener who has two dragon fruit trees in her terrace garden. She explains to us how to grow the fruit in pots.…
Dragon Fruit Cultivation: Govt Offers up to Rs 4.5 lakh per hectare to Growers

The Gujarat government renamed dragon fruit 'Kamalam' (after the Sanskrit word for lotus) in January 2021 because the fruit allegedly resembled a lotus. The decision came after Kutch farmers suggested to the state government that the dragon fruit be renamed Kamalam.…
Dragon Fruit, a Boon for Farmers in Kachchh

The fruit, called kamalam, is intrinsically organic, survives Kachchh’s trying climate and is valued for its unique health benefits.…
Dragon Fruit Farming: Frequently Asked Questions

You should read the following if you intend to produce dragon fruit plants. Most Commonly Asked Questions about Dragon Fruit.…
Beware of these Side Effects of Dragon Fruit

This article explores the potential disadvantages of consuming dragon fruit, despite its appealing flavor and nutritional benefits.…
How to Grow Dragon Fruit in Pots - Step by Step Process Explained

The other names of dragon fruit include Pitaya or Pitahaya and belong to cactus species. Dragon fruits are native to Mexico but you can it in your backyard or balcony also. Read this article to know how!…
Red Dragon Fruit vs White Dragon Fruit: How to Know the Difference

The article talks of ways to differentiate between red dragon fruit and white dragon fruit without peeling the skin. Also know about the legend behind the name of this fruit.…
Dragon Fruit: 6 Surprising Benefits and Usage

The bright pink fruit, with its scaly exterior, appears strange, which is presumably why it has the mythical moniker ‘dragon fruit’. The fruit has many uses and benefits. Find out by reading the article.…
Government is Offering 50% Subsidy to Farmers for Dragon Fruit Cultivation

Under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture, a target has been set to cultivate dragon fruit in 2 hectares in the district. For this, a subsidy of 50% of the total cost, i.e., 2.5 lakh rupees will be provided to the farmers.…
India Exports Exotic ‘Dragon Fruits’ to Dubai

India exported a total of 100kg consignment of Dragon fruit to Dubai on 26th June, 2021, Saturday. Two elderly farmers- Anandrao Pawar and Rajaram Deshmukh from Sangli district of Maharashtra have become the first to export the dragon fruit from India. This consignment was processed…
Fruitbox & Co. Delivers Healthy & Wide Range of Fruits, Vegetables

Fruitbox & Co. is Delhi based Agri-startup which sells imported, seasonal & exotic fruits & vegetables to consumers at their doorsteps. Not only that, it delivers the goods to B2B & B2C client’s doorsteps across India. It also offers the best quality of fruits available…
Dragon Fruit Market in India – Business Prospects Quite Healthy

Dragon fruit is mainly imported but domestic farmers have started taking cultivation in recent years owing to growing importance of its demand prospects , convenience in production, lower water requirements etc. Business avenues remain bright for this plant…
Dragon Fruit Cultivation: A Complete Guide for Beginners

With crop diversification, an important part of government's strategy to increase farmers income crops like Dragon Fruit will surely bring new hope for the Indian farmers.…
Here are some factors you need to know before cultivating Dragon Fruit

According to a report by the Indian Institute of Horticulture Research (IIHR), southern states are contributing a major share for the dragon fruit cultivation in the country. In fact, more than 500 farmers from Karnataka alone have taken up dragon fruit cultivation in the last…
Dragon Fruit with Rose Fragrance

Dragon fruit (most commonly as the dried dragon fruit cactus fruit) is a great fruit to incorporate into a diabetic diet plan and lots of diabetic recipes can include it.…
If your plant is not bearing fruits. CRAZY ANTS could be the culprit.

The pollinators are the most important creatures who are the carriers of the sperm to the female reproductive part of the plants. But sometimes this rule, does not work as its supposed to be. One such case is with the pumpkin plant, where the regular…