A significant portion of Kerala's agricultural income is derived from:

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ACultivation of staple food crops like rice and tapioca.

BRevenue from marine fisheries and aquaculture.

CCash crops like rubber, spices, and coconut.

DLivestock rearing and dairy farming.

Answer:

Unlike states that focus on food grains, Kerala's agriculture is dominated by cash crops, which are sold for profit.
This has made its economy susceptible to fluctuations in global commodity prices.

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