date:Oct 13, 2020
With the increased demand for guavas, several farmers around Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, are shifting to its cultivation in the upland areas in the district. Out of 350 hectare guava groves in the district, around 200 hectare land is located in the upland mandals like Kaluvoya, Atmakuru, Marripadu, Vinjamuru, Anantasagaram, Chejarla and others.
The farmers from other districts are showing interest in this horticulture crop. Guava is rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, potassium and fibre. During the