Potato Farming Cost and Profit per Bigha
Planning to grow potato? 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) | ₹20,070 |
|---|---|
| Expected income | ₹40,140 |
| Estimated profit | ₹20,070 |
| Return on investment | 100% |
| Seed / planting material | 267.6 kg |
| Fertilizer (total) | 94 kg |
| Pesticide per season | 0.80 L/kg |
| Crop duration | 90 days |
| Average yield | 33.5 quintal |
Per acre the cost is about ₹60,705 and the income about ₹121,410. Different land size or price? Use the farming calculator.
Season and growing notes
Rabi crop: plant seed tubers in November and harvest around February. Use certified seed. Watch for late blight in cloudy, foggy weather and for aphids.
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 potato farming cost per bigha?
About ₹20,070 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 potato give?
At an average yield of 250 quintal per hectare and a price of ₹1,200 per quintal, income is about ₹40,140 and profit about ₹20,070, a return of 100%. Actual results vary.
How much seed and fertilizer does 1 bigha of potato need?
Roughly 267.6 kg of seed or planting material and about 94 kg of fertilizer (urea, DAP and MOP together). Follow your soil test for exact doses.
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