India's Strawberry Ambitions: A Tale of Two Futures The Indian strawberry industry is seeking to break free from its reliance on imported varieties, driving innovation and tradition in the country's western regions.
The story of India's strawberry ambitions is one of contrasts – between traditional farming methods and high tech experiments, and between indigenous development and foreign imports.
In Mahabaleshwar, where 85% of India's strawberries are grown, farmers face a precarious existence due to climate fluctuations.