Prafulla K. Das2014-07-172014-07-172007-02J.Plantn.Crops 1989 Suppl. v-16 p-119-131http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/4247This paper essentially dwells on the present status of Indias major beverage crops in respect of their production, export and prices. It is concerned with stability, viability and growth; and those activities contemplated in the immediate future. Stress has been laid on rejuvenation and replanting programmes. This paper . also suggests that the most effective way to reduce the uncertainties and to increase the profit margins of the smallholders would be to encourage multispecies cropping systems. Futuristic projections are beyond its purview.enArticle