In picturesque Vattavada, a hub of cool-season vegetables near Munnar, a distinctive variety of sweet passion fruit is promising a year-round income boost for local farmers.
The yellow-hued fruit, known for its high sugar content and exceptional taste, took centre stage at the recent Local Self-Governments (LSG) Day celebrations in Kottarakara. Munnar panchayat secretary K.N. Sahajan said that the Vattavada passion fruit, showcased at the Munnar panchayat stall at the event, garnered attention for its unique flavour.
“The fruit, with its taste and high sugar content, was a major attraction of the stall. Minister for Local Self-Governments M.B. Rajesh and Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal also visited the stall and tasted the passion fruit,” said Mr. Sahajan.
