Rubber Board to kick off geo-mapping of plantations which will be helpful for growers and can get a better prices

This initiative is a key step in certifying natural rubber under the Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber framework, aligning Indian rubber production with the European Union Deforestation Regulation.

With the Rubber Board set to begin geo-mapping of rubber plantations in Kerala next week, rubber growers are hopeful that the move will lead to better prices for their produce.

The Rubber Board will begin geo-mapping natural rubber plantations in Kerala next week. This will be done by capturing crucial details such as land ownership, area, and boundaries of rubber holdings. This digital mapping effort will initially focus on the 10 rubber growing districts before expanding to other regions.