Value Addition in Arecanut for Enhancing Income Among Arecanut Growers with Special Reference to Meghalaya

The research study found that adding value to the arecanut and its by-products namely dry leaf sheath, dry stem, inner strips of dried mature stem, nut, coir etc. for making crafts items and as raw material for furniture and textiles industries is a feasible economic activity for the region. Areca leaf disposable plates are becoming common and highly demanded. Moreover the demand of eco-friendly products is gaining importance in global market. Taking up value addition activity as income enhancing may be feasible option for many arecanuts growers/ entrepreneurs. The arecanut growers were given hands on training especially on arecanut craft. A Pre test and Post test were conducted before and after the intervention in intervention and controlled group.