Gulf returnee builds lemon farm in Kerala, profits from low supply

When Rajan Mathew returned to Kerala after 29 years in the Gulf, his 0.8 acre plot in Kollam had rubber trees. Lemons caught his attention when prices rose sharply during COVID-19. He planted 100 lemon trees due to their high demand and low supply and now harvests 5,000 kg/year. He sells them at upto ₹260/kg & also prepares saplings.