Onion Farming Cost and Profit per Bigha
Planning to grow onion? 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) | ₹17,394 |
|---|---|
| Expected income | ₹53,520 |
| Estimated profit | ₹36,126 |
| Return on investment | 207% |
| Seed / planting material | 1.1 kg |
| Fertilizer (total) | 67 kg |
| Pesticide per season | 0.40 L/kg |
| Crop duration | 120 days |
| Average yield | 33.5 quintal |
Per acre the cost is about ₹52,611 and the income about ₹161,880. Different land size or price? Use the farming calculator.
Season and growing notes
Rabi crop: transplant in December and harvest March to April. Stop irrigation 10 days before harvest and cure bulbs before storage. Watch for thrips and purple blotch.
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 onion farming cost per bigha?
About ₹17,394 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 onion give?
At an average yield of 250 quintal per hectare and a price of ₹1,600 per quintal, income is about ₹53,520 and profit about ₹36,126, a return of 207%. Actual results vary.
How much seed and fertilizer does 1 bigha of onion need?
Roughly 1.1 kg of seed or planting material and about 67 kg of fertilizer (urea, DAP and MOP together). Follow your soil test for exact doses.
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