A significant number of farmers in the country engage in the cultivation of fruits. Many of these farmers not only cultivate fruits for sustenance but also export them to other countries. One such fruit that proves to be lucrative is the dragon fruit. Currently, its cultivation is underway in various parts of the country, proving to be a boon for farmers. A farmer can earn an annual income of up to 6 lakh rupees per acre by cultivating dragon fruit. Let's explore how this cultivation can be done.
According to agricultural scientists, dragon fruit cultivated, in less fertile land. This means even small-scale farmers can cultivate dragon fruit and earn a good profit. Its cultivation can be done easily on barren land, requiring minimal water. Dragon fruit stands out as it can be grown in less productive soil, ensuring a good yield. The saplings are usually planted between April and July.
Commercial-scale cultivation of dragon fruit is also feasible. Farmers interested in this should first assess the climate of their region. To achieve this, planting dragon fruit plants and monitoring their growth and yield for two years is essential. If the yield is satisfactory, dragon fruit can be commercially grown. This can be a profitable venture.
According to agricultural scientists, the harvesting of dragon fruit should be done between July and November. This fruit allows harvesting three to four times during this period. The fruit matures 30-35 days after the flowers appear. For selling in local markets, the peels can be changed from green to red or pink 3-4 days after maturation. If farmers intend to sell the fruit in distant markets or cities, they should harvest it a day after the change in color.
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