An analysis cost of cultivation of banana (Musa. spp) in Kabirdham district of Chhattisgarh

Abstract

The current research took place in the Kabirdham district of Chhattisgarh, covering four blocks: Kawardha, Bodla, Sahaspur Lohara, and Pandariya. A total of 108 farmers were selected from 15 villages using probability proportional to size techniques, divided into small, medium, and large landholding categories. Key results showed that the typical family size of respondents was 5.74 members, and the literacy rate was notably high at 93.54 percent. The typical landholding size was noted at 3.24 hectares, with a cropping intensity of 241.92 percent, demonstrating effective land use in the area. Examination of the compound growth rate (CGR) for bananas in Kabirdham revealed a statistically non-significant increase in both area and production, whereas productivity demonstrated significant growth. In contrast, Chhattisgarh experienced a notable rise in both the area and production of banana cultivation at the state level, although growth in productivity was not statistically significant. The mean expense for banana cultivation was determined to be 203176.64 rupees per hectare, while the production cost per quintal was assessed at 260.08 rupees. The input-output ratio was determined to be 2.23, signifying profitability in banana farming.