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Chapter : 3. Agriculture
Coffee
2. Coffee : Features : 1. Indian coffee is known in the world for its good quality. 2. Arabica quality of coffee is grown in India. 3. It is one of the oldest plantation crop in India. Geographical Requirements : 1. Temperature : 1. Monthly temperature from 14ºC – 26ºC. 2. Bright sunlight and warm weather. 3. Frost free climate. 2. Rainfall : 1. 125 cm – 250 cm. 2. It should be well distributed throughout the year. 3. Stagnant water is harmful. 3. Soil : 1. It grows well in deep, porous soil with high humus content. 2. In India coffee is grown on red and laterite soil. 3. Area of Production : Nilgiri in Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.