A group of Mango lovers, known as Naattumaanjottil, initiated a unique effort to identify different varieties of mangoes in Kannapuram village.
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Most Kerala homes might feature one or two Mango trees – usually of a variety that the homeowners prefer. But can you imagine a village with over 200 types of Mango trees? Not 200 trees, mind you. But 200 different kinds of Mangoes, all in one village in Kannur district.
And this ‘Mango heritage’ is now fast gaining popularity thanks to Kannapuram village’s Mango lovers, known as Naattumaanjottil (‘Under a Mango tree’).
A Growing Mango Heritage
“Our Naattumaanjottil journey began when a landowner cut down a 200-year-old Vellathan tree. Vellathan Mangoes are so sweet, and they hold a special place in the hearts of all villagers. So we thought of regrowing them,” farmer Shyju Machathi says, speaking to The Better…