Karnataka tobacco sales from Sept 15

(The Hindu Business Line) Karnataka tobacco auctions are set to commence from September 15. ... The quality of the crop this year is looking good and interesting.
Rain at regular interval since April has facilitated good growth.
According to Mr K N Vishakantaiah, Tobacco Board regional manager, along with good crop, quality and quantity is also expected to be much better. Continued

Photo: Baling and sampling tobacco, Australia, circa 1900 (Powerhouse Museum).