In Kerala, cranberry production is growing as farmers explore new crops. The cool, misty weather in high-altitude areas like Wayanad and Munnar is perfect for these berries.
Cranberries, rich in antioxidants, grow well in Tamil Nadu’s cool hill stations. Ooty, Kodaikanal, and Yercaud offer the perfect climate and acidic soil for healthy cranberry cultivation.
Maharashtra’s hill stations like Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani, and Lonavala are ideal for growing cranberries. They offer cool climates and acidic soil for healthy, nutrient-rich berries.
Cranberry cultivation in Karnataka flourishes in Coorg, Chikmagalur, and Shimoga. These areas provide the cool, misty conditions and acidic soil needed for high-quality cranberry production.
Andhra Pradesh produces approximately 10 to 15 metric tons of cranberries annually. The key areas Araku Valley, Nallamala Hills, and Paderu are crucial to the state’s cranberry industry.
Cranberry farming in West Bengal is in its early phases, with a current annual production of around 5-7 metric tons. Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Siliguri regions are the key areas of this fruit growth.