Economics of pomegranate production in Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra

Abstract

Horticulture is better way for economic development. India stands second after china in production of fruits. Maharashtra state stood first in the production of pomegranate. Out of total production of pomegranate in India, Maharashtra shares about 70% production. Present study data collected from field Survey and CPMC scheme MPKV Rahuri in year 2016-2017. Random sampling design was adopted in selection of district, tahsils, villages and growers. In all 36 growers were selected for present study. The techniques like percentage, ratio and cost concept of cost A, cost B and cost C were apply for data analysis. Per hectare net profit was Rs.2,53,695/-on Pomegranate orchard farm. The benefit-cost ratio (B:C Ratio)1.1.82 in Pomegranate orchard farm. Per quintal cost of production was Rs.2196.52 in Pomegranate orchard.