Sweet Potato: India holds a different place in the world in agriculture. The crops of the country are very much liked abroad. Due to high demand, the central government also encourages exports. Different crops are produced in different regions of India. Today we will try to get information about such farming. Which people like to eat in the country. This crop is dominant in foreign countries also. Farmers’ income from crop production also runs into lakhs.
India at number six in sweet potato export
The world is crazy about Indian sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes are being exported to many countries of the world. It can be guessed that it is at the sixth place in the world in exporting sweet potatoes. The Government of India is also promoting it in view of the increasing exports. Experts say that the way the central government is promoting sweet potato. Due to this, India can become number one in exports in the coming years.
What is the soil requirement for sweet potato production?
To get a good yield, it is necessary to choose the right soil. If you are thinking of cultivating sweet potato, then the soil should not be too hard and stony. Do not do farming at all in such a place, where there is waterlogging. The pH value of the soil should be between 5.8 to 6.8.
When is the sowing of sweet potato
For sweet potato production, 25,000-30,000 cut vines or 280-320 kg of tubers are required per acre. Crops are sown in the months of January-February, April to July. Use good fertilizers for good yield. Keep irrigating on time. Cow dung is used as organic fertilizer. Phosphorus, Nitrogen are also considered useful for the cultivation of sweet potato.
how much is earned
Sweet potato farming is very profitable. Experts say that per hectare farmer can easily produce 25 to 30 tonnes of sweet potato. The cost of one hectare ranges from 70 to 75 thousand rupees. While talking about earning, if sweet potato is being sold at Rs 10 to 15 per kg, then it will go to the market for Rs 2 to 3 lakh. You can easily earn two to two and a half lakh rupees per hectare.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Farmer brothers, before implementing any suggestion, do consult the concerned expert.