Agartala | September 8, 2025 | SKY LINK TIMES
West Tripura District took a significant step of organic Black Pepper Plantation Drive in its organic farming journey with the community plantation at West Barjala Village Committee (VC) under Jirania Agri Sub-Division. The initiative was organized with the active participation of farmers from the Hachuk Farmer Producer Company (FPC), reflecting the state’s growing commitment to sustainable agriculture.
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Dignitaries Highlight Vision for Organic Growth
The event was graced by several dignitaries, including Dr. Vishal Kumar, IAS, District Magistrate of West Tripura District, Ar. Rajib Debbarma, Mission Director of Tripura Organic Mission, Sri Sovamani Debbarma, Chairman, BAC Jirania, Ar. Ranjit Kr. Das, Deputy Director of Agriculture, West Tripura, and Ar. Somen Kr. Das, Sub-Divisional Agriculture Officer, Jirania.
This year, under the leadership of Hon’ble Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Sri Ratan Lal Nath, the Tripura Organic Mission has initiated black pepper cultivation over 40 kani of land across West Tripura through Farmer Producer Companies.
Black Pepper Plantation Drive: The King of Spices
Known globally as the “King of Spices,” black pepper holds immense demand due to its culinary, medicinal, and nutritional properties. The organic market, in particular, offers premium prices, giving farmers a strong opportunity to enhance their incomes while promoting sustainable practices.
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On the occasion, Ar. Rajib Debbarma, Mission Director, Tripura Organic Mission, emphasized:
> “Black pepper has immense potential to become a brand commodity of Tripura in the organic sector. Through the collective strength of our FPCs, we are not only ensuring better income for our farmers but also positioning Tripura strongly in the national and international organic spice market. Today’s plantation drive at Jirania is just the beginning of a larger organic cluster that will benefit generations of farmers.”
Farmers at the Core of the Mission
The plantation drive highlighted the role of Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs) in promoting organic farming at the grassroots. By working collectively, farmers can pool resources, adopt best practices, and access markets more effectively.
Dignitaries praised the community effort and assured institutional support for expanding organic ventures in the region. Jirania has been projected as a model block for organic spice cultivation, setting an example for other districts in Tripura.
A Step Toward Global Recognition
Experts believe that this initiative could pave the way for Tripura to emerge as a recognized hub for organic spice exports. With growing global demand for organic spices, Tripura’s black pepper could soon find its place in national and international markets, boosting both the rural economy and the state’s agricultural identity.
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