Which food crops are grown in Keralam?

In Keralam, agriculture is a vital economic activity, though the state's focus on commercial cash crops has necessitated the importation of food for local consumption. The primary food crops grown in the region include:1

• Rice12
• Pulses, such as peas and beans1
• Sorghum1
• Tapioca (also known as cassava or manioc)12
• Sugarcane2
• Ginger12
• Ragi (a cereal grass)2
• Peanuts (groundnuts)2
• Sesame seeds2

While these food crops are cultivated, the state is also widely recognized for its significant production of cash crops, including rubber, coffee, tea, coconut, pepper, cardamom, and cashew nut.12