Jute Farming Cost and Profit per Bigha
Planning to grow jute? 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) | ₹8,028 |
|---|---|
| Expected income | ₹18,732 |
| Estimated profit | ₹10,704 |
| Return on investment | 133% |
| Seed / planting material | 0.7 kg |
| Fertilizer (total) | 29 kg |
| Pesticide per season | 0.20 L/kg |
| Crop duration | 120 days |
| Average yield | 3.7 quintal |
Per acre the cost is about ₹24,282 and the income about ₹56,658. Different land size or price? Use the farming calculator.
Season and growing notes
Sow March to May and harvest after about 120 days, then ret in clean water. Row sowing makes weeding easier. Watch for stem weevil and semilooper.
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 jute farming cost per bigha?
About ₹8,028 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 jute give?
At an average yield of 28 quintal per hectare and a price of ₹5,000 per quintal, income is about ₹18,732 and profit about ₹10,704, a return of 133%. Actual results vary.
How much seed and fertilizer does 1 bigha of jute need?
Roughly 0.7 kg of seed or planting material and about 29 kg of fertilizer (urea, DAP and MOP together). Follow your soil test for exact doses.
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