Tripura is blooming like never before. Floriculture land under cultivation has skyrocketed 332% in the last seven years, according to Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath’s Saturday disclosure. Government support combined with eager local markets has not only expanded fields but also fattened farmers’ wallets.
Kicking off strongly from 2018-19, the sector’s growth reflects farmers’ smart pivot from staple crops to flowers, chasing premium pricing and reliable sales. ‘Floriculture stands out as a goldmine for income in favorable areas,’ the minister emphasized.
Take Bishalgarh: vegetable patches have given way to vibrant flower beds yielding bigger bucks. Flowers serve multifaceted roles—from festive decorations and herbal remedies to premium perfumes—keeping markets buzzing. The state’s lush terrain and climate are tailor-made for successes with marigolds, gladioli, roses, and more, up 60% in area.
Innovation shines in high-tech farming too, where protected setups for exotic anthuriums, orchids, and gerberas have grown 124%. Even modest 200 sqm operations net over 10,000 rupees a month.
Infrastructure investments include the new Badarghat ‘Center of Floriculture and Landscaping’—400 sqm each for arcadium and hardening—at 4.50 crore cost. The Lembuchera Center of Excellence on 65 kanis will pioneer elite varieties like chrysanthemums and provide hands-on training.
With these strides, Tripura is poised to lead in floriculture, empowering farmers toward economic independence and scripting a floral success story.