Introduction:
Are you looking for a farming in which maintenance is less, market is big and profit keeps coming for years? Then Arjuna Bark Farming can be a smart option for you. It is not just a tree, but a natural heart tonic whose demand is increasing rapidly in Ayurvedic companies.
What is Arjuna tree?
Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna) is a medicinal tree whose bark has been used for thousands of years in the treatment of heart disease, blood pressure and cholesterol. It is called “Hridaya Balya” in Ayurveda.
How to cultivate?
- Climate and Soil:
Suitable for: Warm, moist climate
Soil: Loamy or black, without waterlogging
- Planting:
Planting time: June–July (monsoon)
Spacing: 5 m × 5 m
In 1 acre: Approximately 400 trees
- Care:
Irrigation and weed control for the first 2 years
After that, the trees are capable of growing on their own
- Harvesting:
First harvest: After 6–8 years
Bark can be removed every 2–3 years
Earnings Math:
Description Estimation
Trees 400
Bark production (per tree) 10 kg
Total production 4,000 kg
Average rate ₹150/kg
Total income (every 3 years) ₹6,00,000
Annual income (average) ₹2,00,000
Low cost, low maintenance and long term income source!
Where to sell?
Ayurvedic companies: Patanjali, Dabur, Baidyanath, Himalaya
Herbal Mandis: Haridwar, Neemuch, Indore, Kanpur
Online B2B: IndiaMART, TradeIndia
Organic Marketplace: Amazon, Flipkart (after certification)
Special Tips:
Grow intercropping between trees: like turmeric or asparagus
Open a nursery and sell Arjuna saplings
Practice organic farming and get organic certification
Conclusion:
Arjuna bark farming is a low maintenance, high return farming model. You can earn up to ₹2 lakh annually from 1 acre of land, that too in a natural way. If you want to try your hand at herbal farming, start with Arjuna farming.
- What is Arjuna bark?
Terminalia arjuna is a powerful medicinal tree whose bark has been used for thousands of years to treat heart diseases. This tree is commonly found in rivers and moist areas in India.
- Main nutrients and properties:
Arjuna bark contains:
Elements like coenzyme Q10
Flavonoids
Tannins
Saponins
Magnesium, calcium, zinc
All these elements have a positive effect on heart health.
- Benefits for the heart:
(i) Heart Strengthener
Arjuna bark strengthens the heart muscles and improves blood pumping capacity.
(ii) Lowering cholesterol
Reduces LDL (bad cholesterol) and increases HDL (good cholesterol).
(iii) Blood pressure control
Helps in controlling high blood pressure.
(iv) Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
Reduces inflammation of heart arteries and oxidative stress.
(v) Protection from heart attack and angina
Arjuna bark helps in opening the heart arteries and improves blood flow.
- Methods of consumption:
(i) Powder
1/2 to 1 teaspoon every morning and evening with lukewarm water or milk.
(ii) Decoction
You can boil the bark in water and drink it. You can add honey for taste.
(iii) Capsules or tablets
“Arjuna capsules” are available in the market from Ayurvedic companies like Patanjali, Himalaya, Dabur.
- Precautions:
People with low BP should take it as per doctor’s advice.
Pregnant women should not consume without advice.
Ask an expert before taking it with allopathic medicines.
- Scientific support:
It is called “Hridaya Balya” in Ayurveda.
Many medical researches have found that Arjuna bark has the ability to improve heart function, especially for cardiac patients.
