Coffee · Tea · Spices
Stewards of Karnataka's planting heritage
A unified voice for the growers who have nurtured the Western Ghats for generations advocating sustainable practice, sharing knowledge, and supporting our members.
Since 1958
The apex voice of the plantation sector
From export duty relief to tax exemptions, the Association has represented growers before State and Union government for more than six decades.
Sustainability
Grown in the shade of the Western Ghats
Our members cultivate under native shade, balancing productivity with the biodiversity, soil health and water resources of one of the world's richest ecologies.
Membership
Stand with the region's planting community
Growers of coffee, tea, pepper, cardamom and rubber across five districts rely on the Association for advocacy, scientific support and welfare initiatives.
About the Association
A legacy of excellence, rooted in the land
Founded in 1958, the Karnataka Planters' Association has stood shoulder-to-shoulder with fellow planters navigating challenges and celebrating triumphs across the decades.
KPA is a powerful voice advocating for sustainable practices, knowledge sharing, and support to members on labour, taxation and commercial matters keeping pace with an ever-evolving industry.
Harvest on the hillsides of the Western Ghats
Plantation Sectors
Our plantation sectors
Coffee is scientifically classified as Coffea, belonging to the family Rubiaceae.The two most widely cultivated species are Coffea arabica (Arabica) and Coffea canephora (Robusta).
Tea is scientifically classified as Camellia sinensis, although its scientific name has undergone several revisions over time. Tea requires a minimum annual rainfall of …
The rubber tree is scientifically known as Hevea brasiliensis and belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae. It is commonly known as the Para rubber tree …
Black pepper is scientifically classified as Piper nigrum and belongs to the family Piperaceae.The fruit is a drupe, which becomes the familiar peppercorn after …
Small cardamom is scientifically classified as Elettaria cardamomum and belongs to the ginger family (Zingiberaceae). Cardamom is native to the evergreen forests of South …
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Whether you grow coffee, tea or spice, the Association stands with you. Reach out to learn about membership and member services.
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