Litchi

Source:  ET Context: India flagged off its first export consignment of rose-scented litchi from Pathankot (Punjab) to Doha (Qatar), facilitated by APEDA. About Litchi: What it is? Litchi is a juicy, aromatic fruit rich in sugars, vitamins, and minerals. It belongs to the Sapindaceae family and is consumed fresh, canned, or dried. Origin: Native to …

Litchi

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: DTE    Context: The National Research Centre on Litchi (NRCL), has successfully expanded litchi cultivation to 19 states in India. Litchi cultivation for commercial production has commenced in states such as Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and others.   About Litchi: Litchi (Litchi chinensis) is a …