TN Farmers Urge Government for Urgent Help as 28 Lakh Diseased Coconut Trees in Coimbatore Face Removal
Farmers in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, have urgently asked the government for help as 28 lakh coconut trees are at risk of being removed due to a widespread disease. The farmers are worried about the severe loss they will face if the trees are cut down, as these trees are their main source of income.
The disease, which is affecting coconut trees in the region, has spread quickly, and experts say that it may be too late to save the trees. The disease weakens the trees, making them less productive and causing them to eventually die. As the situation becomes more serious, the farmers are calling for immediate action from the state government to prevent further damage.
Farmers have explained that coconut farming is their primary livelihood, and many families depend on the income from their trees. The threat of losing millions of coconut trees could ruin their lives and harm the local economy. The farmers are asking for support in the form of financial aid, disease management solutions, and possible replanting programs to restore their farms.
Many of the affected farmers have come together to raise their concerns and demand that the government act fast. They are requesting that the government provide them with guidance on how to manage the disease and help them recover from the losses. Some farmers have also suggested that the government offer compensation to those who lose their coconut trees.
The state government has acknowledged the problem and promised to look into it. Officials are working with agricultural experts to understand the disease better and determine the best way to handle the situation. Some steps, such as offering pesticides or other treatments, are being considered, but it remains unclear if they can save all the affected trees.
The farmers are hopeful that the government will respond quickly and help them find a solution to protect their crops and livelihoods. The situation is urgent, and farmers are looking for answers to prevent further damage to their coconut plantations.