Five farmers growing exotic fruits on rocky, drought-prone land and making lakhs

Five farmers growing exotic fruits on rocky, drought-prone land and making lakhs

In parts of India where rain is scarce, soils are hard, and traditional crops struggle, some farmers are rewriting the rules of agriculture. Across drought-prone and rocky tracts in Maharashtra, Kerala, and Rajasthan, innovative growers are tapping into the increasing demand for exotic fruits, such as avocados, dragon fruit, and fresh dates. These farmers are proving that land once written off as infertile or inadequate can become a profitable …