Odisha’s backward district of Koraput, till now known for its poverty, has found a place in the global coffee map. The Arabica variety of coffee produced in Koraput is known for its distinct flavor and low acidity content, making it a strong competitor to established brands. Coffee plantation is transforming the lives of the tribal population of the Koraput district of Odisha, which is considered one of the most backward regions in India.
Koraput district, one of the major coffee producing areas, grows Arabica coffee over 2,894 hectare in Koraput, Nandapur, Semiliguda, Pottangi, Dasmanthpur, Lamtaput and Laxmipur blocks. While 1,700 hectare of the land under coffee cultivation is owned by the government and provided to tribals with the average landholding size per farmer is 1.5 to 2 acre, the rest belongs to private coffee growers. The coffee grown in the district is organic in nature.
Presentation- Dibyabharati Nayak
