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Govt sets sights on commercial cultivation of jackfruit trees
Famed for its nutritive benefits, the jackfruit is recognised world over as a superfood and a perfect alternative to those wanting to follow a vegetarian or vegan diet. Taking note of this increasing awareness, director of agriculture Nevil Alphonso said that plans are afoot to promote jackfruit cultivation on a commercial scale in Goa. This year, around 30 to 40 hectare of land will be brought under jackfruit cultivation in the state, he said.