date:Nov 05, 2012
ns under the auspices of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, stated.
Arabica and Robusta A comparison
Both Arabica and Robusta need deep, friable soil, which is rich in organic matter, well-drained and is slightly acidic (with a pH ranging between 6.0 and 6.5). The former grows best on gentle to moderate slopes, whereas either gentle slopes or fairly level fields are ideal for the cultivation of the latter. Arabica needs a higher elevation (between 1,000m and 1,500m) t