ಅಡಿಕೆ ವಾರ್ಷಿಕ ವಹಿವಾಟು ₹58,664 ಕೋಟಿ, ಅವಲಂಬಿತ ಕುಟುಂಬದವರು 60 ಲಕ್ಷ !

According to a report by Prajavani, the areca nut industry in India continues to be a significant pillar of the agricultural economy, generating an annual turnover of approximately ₹58,664 crore. The sector plays a vital role in rural livelihoods, with an estimated 60 lakh families across the country directly or indirectly dependent on areca nut cultivation and trade for their income.

Areca nut, widely cultivated in states such as Karnataka, Kerala, and Assam, remains a high-value cash crop. The figures highlight the scale of the industry's reach, encompassing farmers, laborers, and traders involved in the processing and distribution chains. The economic data underscores the crop's importance in sustaining regional agricultural markets and supporting a large segment of the agrarian workforce.

While the industry faces ongoing challenges related to climate variability and market price fluctuations, these statistics emphasize its foundational role in the national agricultural landscape. Industry experts and policymakers often cite such data when discussing support mechanisms, research initiatives, and trade policies aimed at stabilizing the livelihoods of the millions of families involved in the sector.