Western Ghats Kokum Foundation - Organic Farming Association of ...

Studies, Research and Development
1. Studies should be made about varieties of Kokum that ripen early because of
monsoons.
2. A national mission mode program has to be undertaken for research on all the
biomolecules and products from Kokum. Chemical and biotechnological aspects
need to be thoroughly explored by university scientists for self reliance in
commercial applications of Kokum.
Awareness, Education, Training and Extension
1. Standardization of agro-techniques. Available information may be passed on to the
farmers through publications of literature and package of practice.
2. For this income generating program, training on Kokum and its products must be
undertaken. Medicinal value of Kokum must also be included in this.
3. Networking of individuals and institutions is required in the Western Ghats for the
promotion of Kokum.
4. A series of publications, documentations, movies, television programs,
advertisements, posters and publicity brochures are required for promotion of
Kokum species in the Western Ghats.
5. Kokum products entrepreneurship development program could be launched with
the support from NAB ARE) and SBL
General Suggestions
1. The farmers need to be trained to keep field records regarding their experiences in
field cultivations.
2. A Kokum documentation cum market information research centre needs to be set
up.
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Resource Book on Kokum (Garcinia indica Choisy)
Western Ghats Kokum Foundation, Panaji - Goa