Orchid plantation in Karnataka

[chethboy]

Hello, I am a egineer working in Bangalore and intersted in growing Orchids at my home town( Kundapur) on commercial basis. I have general knowledge about the trade but need detailed process of farming and associated suppliers. Could anyone help me with usefull inputs to process of climate, humidity, types based on local climate, seed suppliers, growing method, feeding, pest control, cropping, and sales/buyers.

[ramananda]

Dear Chethboy,

Growing Orchids at Kundapur, may become expensive, since the area is very hot and humid. Orchids love the climate that is of Malenadu forests or Koorg plantation area or similar.

[ecofriendly]

Your query regarding orchids requires knowledge of farm altitude and availability of clear irrigation water. I can guide you with information on dendrobiums and oncidiums, best produced at 400 meters or higher. Contact Nlaws@wanadoo.fr. Signed Ecofriendly