Bihar News : Farmers in Bihar are increasingly moving beyond traditional crops and exploring new options. Dragon fruit farming is rapidly gaining popularity among farmers across the state. Farmers in several districts have started cultivating the fruit and are expecting it to provide a good source of income.
Dragon Fruit Farming Begins in Several Bihar Districts
Farmers in Purnia, Katihar, Nalanda and several other districts are cultivating dragon fruit. Some farmers started on small plots of land and expanded the area after getting a good crop.
Dragon fruit has good demand in the market. This is one of the reasons farmers see the crop as a potential way to increase their income.
Initial Investment Required for Dragon Fruit Farming
Starting dragon fruit farming requires preparing the field and installing poles to support the plants. Farmers also have to spend on irrigation and regular plant care.
Once the plants are established, they can produce fruit for several years. However, a farmer’s income depends on production and the price received in the market.
Government Providing Support to Farmers
The Bihar government is providing financial assistance to encourage dragon fruit farming. Under the government scheme, there is a provision for providing financial support to farmers for cultivation.
This assistance can help reduce part of the initial cost of starting the crop. Farmers have to apply according to the prescribed rules to avail themselves of the benefits of the scheme.
Growing Interest in Dragon Fruit Farming Among Youth
Young people are also showing increasing interest in dragon fruit farming. Several young farmers are exploring new crops instead of relying only on jobs or traditional farming as they look for new avenues of income.
If production is good and farmers receive a suitable market price, dragon fruit can become a good source of income. The growing cultivation of the fruit in Bihar reflects the changing approach of farmers toward new crops.
