About Us

A Short History

Welcome to Punnathanam Nutmeg, where tradition meets innovation in the heart of Kerala’s spice legacy. Our story began in 1957 when Varkey Thomman, a visionary farmer, carried a handful of nutmeg seeds from his family’s farm in Kottayam to the rugged hills of Idukki. With a deep-rooted passion for agriculture and years of patient experimentation, he developed the extraordinary Punnathanam Nutmeg variety in 1994—a spice that has since redefined excellence in nutmeg cultivation.

Today, under the stewardship of Shajan Varghese, Varkey’s son, we continue to nurture this exceptional legacy. Grown organically on our family-owned farm, Punnathanam Nutmeg stands out for its extra-large size, rich flavor, and unmatched quality. Each fruit, measuring 4.5 cm long and 3 cm wide, is a testament to decades of dedication, delivering a high yield and a distinctive dark red mace that fully envelops the seed. Our trees thrive with minimal maintenance, offering pest tolerance and a remarkable output of up to 3,000 fruits per tree annually.

What sets Punnathanam Nutmeg apart is not just its size or yield, but the story behind it—a tale of grassroots ingenuity and sustainable farming. From a small nursery to a thriving enterprise, we take pride in sharing this unique variety with farmers and spice enthusiasts across Kerala and beyond. Whether it’s the robust nutmeg or the aromatic mace, every harvest reflects our commitment to quality, tradition, and the land we call home.

Awards

8th National Grassroots Innovation Award (2015)

Presented by former President Pranab Mukherjee to Varkey Thomman, recognizing Punnathanam Nutmeg as a groundbreaking agricultural innovation.

Best Nutmeg Variety Award (2017)

Awarded by Kerala Agricultural University (KAU), honoring the superior quality and characteristics of our nutmeg.

Kerala State Award for Best Nutmeg Variety (2018)

Presented by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, celebrating our contribution to sustainable farming and spice cultivation in Kerala.

Hear From Our Happy Customers !

Our dedicated community of farmers has experienced firsthand the positive impact of our produt. Here, you can read inspiring stories and testimonials from those who have transformed their farming practices and achieved remarkable results.

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Good quality nutmeg plants available from here
 
 

Binny Kakkassery

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Quality seedlings

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