Udupi: The prices of the Shankarpura Jasmine have crossed Rs 1,000, the demand increased after the beginning of the month of Shravan, On Saturday, August 29, the flower, used in many rituals, was selling at Rs 1,050 for an ‘atte.’ During the lockdown, the prices of the flower had reached as low as Rs 40 and […]
Udupi : Shankarapura Mallige (jasmine), cultivated by thousands of farmers in Udupi district, are in distress following the lockdown and lack of demand for flowers. Known for its fragrance, the jasmine is used in marriages, decorations, temples, production of perfumes and incense sticks. Though the flower has gained a wide market in the West Asian […]
Udupi : Shankerpura in Udupi is famous for the locally grown jasmine flowers known as Shankerpura Mallige. The jasmines of Shankerpura have also won the geographical induction certificate two years ago. As of now the Union Government has accepted the recommendation of the Department of Horticulture to extend national identity to Shankerpura jasmine. According to […]
