English
Distribution of rice panicles for Niraputhari celebration is a unique service offered by IFSRS,Karamana,functioning under Kerala Agricultural University. Panicles harvested from an area of one metre square of rice field are sold for Rs.100. Rice panicle bunches(Ayar) regarded as a symbol of prosperity and which are used for decorating households are sold from here at prices ranging from Rs.500 to Rs.2500 depending on their size. Micro ayars which cost Rs.250 are of much demand especially during Niraputhari season.
