Oral History Interview with S.G. Appan and Rajam Appan

DESCRIPTION
Dr. S. G. Appan and Rajam Appan, came to the United States in 1967 when Dr. Appan began his studies at the University of Colorado. After receiving his PhD in ecology, the Appans relocated to Picayune, Mississippi, and eventually Houston, in 1971. The Appans discuss how they cultivated herbs and vegetables and the NC2 hydration system they developed to preserve the nutrients in herbs. The Appans discuss their farm and how they have grown and expanded over the years, including their presence in major grocery stores.

ADDITIONAL METADATA
Date: May 17, 2013
Type: Oral History
Creator: Foundation for India Studies Inc.
Contributor: Padmaja Parthasarathy
Location: Houston, Texas

PROVENANCE
Holding Institution: Houston Metropolitan Research Center
Collection: Foundation for India Studies Indo-American Oral History Project (Houston)
Item History: 2020-11-18 (created); 2020-11-18 (modified)

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