ODOP tag a shot in the arm for Wayanad coffee
Wayanad Coffee has received a Special Mention under Category A – Agriculture in the GoI's ODOP program — the first such recognition for any product from Kerala.
This honour celebrates the dedication of Wayanad's farmers and the unique identity…
— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) July 15, 2025
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