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Saritha Devaiah Ballachanda serves as the Managing Editor of The Kodagu Express. With experience in the media industry, she has contributed as an associate cinematographer to documentaries, feature films, and ad films, highlighting her technical expertise and creative vision. Holding a Postgraduate Diploma in Photography and a Master’s degree in Commerce, Saritha channels her passion for journalism and media expertise to deliver impactful storytelling and provide strong editorial leadership at The Kodagu Express.
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Aug 6, 2026 ∙ 2 min
Exclusive|Karnataka Continues to Dominate India's Coffee Sector as Production and Exports Rise
The data shows Karnataka produced 2,56,695 tonnes of coffee in 2025-26, a marginal increase from 2,56,000 tonnes in 2024-25 and 2,54,575 tonnes in 2023-24. New Delhi: Karnataka retained its position as India's largest coffee-producing and coffee-exporting State in 2025-26, accounting for nearly 69% of the country's total coffee production and around 67% of the total value of coffee exports, according to a reply tabled in the Rajya Sabha by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The data shows...
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Jul 24, 2026 ∙ 2 min
Explained | Will Kodagu's Rainfall Deficit Trigger a Cauvery Water Crisis?
The meeting comes at a crucial time, with Karnataka witnessing a rainfall deficit of around 35%, while Kodagu, the largest catchment area of the Cauvery. The spotlight is once again on Kodagu, the birthplace of the Cauvery River, as the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) meet in New Delhi on Wednesday to review water availability in the Cauvery basin amid a weak southwest monsoon. The meeting comes at a crucial time, with Karnataka witnessing a rainfall deficit of around 35%, while...
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Jun 29, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Explained | Kodagu's Coffee Crop Under Threat? Weak Monsoon Raises Fears Over Yields and Pest Attacks
Weak monsoon rains in Kodagu and other coffee-growing regions are threatening crop yields, delaying farm operations and increasing pest attacks. A weak southwest monsoon has left major coffee-growing regions with significant rainfall deficits, delaying berry development, disrupting farm operations and increasing the risk of stem borer and berry borer infestations. With growers already reporting poor crop development, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has projected a 4% decline in India's...
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