Apart from the sandal forest and its picturesque locations, Marayoor is also renowned for its extensive sugarcane cultivation, covering over 2500 acres, which makes Marayoor truly unique. This region produces the world-famous Marayoor Jaggery, a delicacy crafted from condensed sugarcane juice by the skilled farmers of the Muthuva tribe. The jaggery, known for its distinct dark brown sugar balls, owes its unique flavor and quality to the region’s specific geographical conditions and the traditional expertise of the local people. Recognized with a GI Tag, Marayoor Jaggery is in high demand across households in India to prepare sweet dishes. The Marayoor Forest Development Agencies (FDA) has undertaken the task of marketing this exceptional product, ensuring fair prices and better livelihoods for the local cultivators and Vana Samrakshana Samithies (VSS) members.
