CM Pema Khandu calls for expansion of coffee cultivation, stronger value chain in Arunachal

Itanagar, Oct 3 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday called for concerted efforts to expand coffee cultivation in the State, improve productivity and bean quality, and increase farmers' incomes through value addition and a stronger market linkage. Addressing the inaugural session of the 'Hills to Cup' Coffee Workshop organised by the Coffee Board of India in collaboration with the state Department of Agriculture, Khandu said coffee cultivation was not new to Arunachal Pradesh, having begun in the state nearly five decades ago. However, he noted that its potential had not received adequate attention and promotion over the…