Steps are being taken to procure vegetables and fruits from farmers in the State to ensure adequate availability during the lockdown period, Agriculture Minister V.S. The vegetables and fruits will be sold through 100 outlets of the Kerala State Horticultural Products Development Corporation (Horticorp) and 200 franchises. Mangoes and pineapplesAs part of the initiative, the Horticorp has been directed to procure 20 tonnes of pineapple from Vazhakkulam and five tonnes of mango from Muthalamada. The Agriculture Department is taking steps to supply vegetables and fruits to the public through online platforms. In Thiruvananthapuram, the Horticorp has also announced measures to supply vegetables through residents’ associations.

Source: The Hindu March 29, 2020 17:03 UTC