Rise in sunflower cultivation in Tiruppur district perceptible


There are indications that sunflower cultivation is picking up in Tiruppur district, going by the volume of sale of seeds.
Last month, the regulated market in Vellakovil recorded a sales of 28,580 kg seeds, mostly of the hybrid varieties. Based on quality, the seeds were sold for prices ranging from ₹45 a kg to ₹51 a kg.
