Farmers have opportunity to earn up to ₹1 lakh from Kala Namak rice cultivation

Instead of traditional rice varieties, farmers are now turning towards special varieties that have a distinct identity in the market, among which Kala Namak rice has emerged as an important option. According to a report by ABP Live, Kala Namak rice is known for its unique taste and aroma, due to which there is a constant demand for it in the market. For farmers who wish to grow something different alongside ordinary rice, this cultivation can be a profitable option.

In the older varieties of Kala Namak rice, there was a major problem of low production, which caused financial losses to farmers. According to the report, only 6 to 7 quintals of rice were produced per acre of land in the older varieties. However, the availability of the new KN-1 variety has now provided great relief to farmers. There has been a significant increase in production through this new variety, and now a yield of approximately 20 to 22 quintals per acre can be achieved.

Apart from increasing production, the KN-1 variety has some other features that are beneficial for farmers. Because the plants of older varieties were tall, they often fell during strong winds or heavy rain, which had a negative impact on grain production. In comparison, the plants of the KN-1 variety are shorter in height, which has reduced the risk of the crop falling and made farming more secure.

Regarding the duration, it takes approximately 140 to 145 days for the KN-1 Kala Namak rice crop to be ready. This means that farmers can harvest it about five months after sowing. The selection of seeds plays an extremely important role in this cultivation. Some progressive farmers are preparing seeds through breeder seeds and delivering them to other farmers, which is helping to increase the scope of the cultivation of this special variety.

Talking about economic calculations, according to one farmer's experience, the cost of cultivating Kala Namak rice is approximately ₹20 to 25 thousand per acre. On the other hand, an income of about ₹90 thousand to ₹1 lakh can be obtained from one acre of land. However, ABP Live states that this earning may vary based on the prices available in the market, total production, and the actual expenditure incurred in farming.

Kala Namak rice is different from ordinary rice and the rice prepared from it is famous for its special aroma and taste. This is the reason why there is a separate demand for it in the market. Nevertheless, before starting this cultivation, farmers are advised to obtain complete information about the soil quality of their area, weather conditions, and its demand in the market.

Thus, the new KN-1 variety has provided an opportunity for higher production and higher earnings in less time, which is proving to be more attractive than traditional farming. Farmers are now increasing their income by adopting modern seeds and new methods.