To study the cost-benefit analysis of cash crops in Sangamner tehsil of Ahmednagar district (MS)

Abstract

The present research paper study and analyze the Cost-benefit analysis of cash crops at the macro level in Sangamner tehsil. This study is based on primary and secondary data collected from farmer's revenue records and district gazetteer offices. Cash crop production depended on physical, climate, socio-cultural, economic, technological and organizational factors. The Sangamner Tehsil covers 135780 hectares of land and has a population of 487939 in 171 villages as per the 2011 Census. The primary crops under consideration include Sugarcane, Onion, Vegetables and fruits, each analyzed in terms of various farming operations, labor, and input costs. The cost-benefit analysis for irrigated Onion showed a profit of Rs. 328200 per hectare. For irrigated Sugarcane, the profit was Rs. 285700 per hectare. The cash flow analysis revealed the percentage of cash outflows and inflows for each type of crop, helping to understand the income distribution and costs involved.