Banana Farming Cost and Profit per Bigha
Planning to grow banana? These are average estimates for one West Bengal bigha (1,338 m², about 33 decimal), based on typical yield and market price.
| Total cost (investment) | ₹33,450 |
|---|---|
| Expected income | ₹80,280 |
| Estimated profit | ₹46,830 |
| Return on investment | 140% |
| Seed / planting material | 334.5 kg |
| Fertilizer (total) | 120 kg |
| Pesticide per season | 0.54 L/kg |
| Crop duration | 330 days |
| Average yield | 53.5 quintal |
Per acre the cost is about ₹101,175 and the income about ₹242,820. Different land size or price? Use the farming calculator.
Season and growing notes
Plant suckers or tissue-culture plants in June to July or February to March. The crop takes 10 to 12 months. Watch for Panama wilt, sigatoka leaf spot and rhizome weevil.
Pesticide and fertilizer figures are indicative. Get a soil test and follow the label and local agriculture officer advice.
Frequently asked questions
How much does banana farming cost per bigha?
About ₹33,450 for one West Bengal bigha (1,338 square metres), based on average input costs. This includes seed, fertilizer, pesticide, labour and irrigation.
How much profit does 1 bigha of banana give?
At an average yield of 400 quintal per hectare and a price of ₹1,500 per quintal, income is about ₹80,280 and profit about ₹46,830, a return of 140%. Actual results vary.
How much seed and fertilizer does 1 bigha of banana need?
Roughly 334.5 kg of seed or planting material and about 120 kg of fertilizer (urea, DAP and MOP together). Follow your soil test for exact doses.
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