The Rubber Economy of Kerala: Issues and Challenges

Dr. Vinoj Abraham’s policy brief reveals that Kerala’s rubber industry faces a crisis with stagnant production while demand surged, forcing India’s import dependence to rise from 4% to 40%. The sector struggles with aging plantations, labor shortages, and price volatility affecting small farmers. Abraham recommends urgent technology upgrades, replanting programs, and farmer support to revive the industry. Read more