Agriculture & Spice Plantations

• Research & Development:

• Agricultural colleges and research institutes play a role in improving agricultural practices.
  • Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture & Research Institute (PAJANCOA & RI), Karaikal: A prominent agricultural college and research institution that contributes to agricultural education and research in the UT.

In essence, while Pondicherry's agriculture faces modern challenges, it remains a vital sector, rooted in traditional practices and increasingly adapting to sustainable methods. Its connection to spices is more through its historical trade routes and its distinctive culinary identity rather than extensive local cultivation, except for a few key varieties.