Elephants no match for Kalchini farmer's new idea: Nursery business replaces paddy, boosts profits

• Kalchini farmers switch from paddy to flower nurseries due to elephant depredation and higher profitability.
• Violet Jojo pioneered the shift, finding flower cultivation more profitable and less labor-intensive than traditional crops.
• Demand for flowers surges during festive and wedding seasons, leading to significant profits for farmers.
• The nursery business in Kalchini Block is a new venture, with four nurseries offering nearly 50 plant species.
• Farmers report increased income and satisfaction with this innovative agricultural approach.