1. Introduction: Why Kiwi Is the Future of High-Profit Farming

Kiwi is one of the most profitable fruits worldwide.
It grows best in:

India (Himachal, Uttarakhand, NE states)

Italy

New Zealand

Chile

Turkey

China

USA

Kiwi consumption is increasing globally due to:

High vitamin C
Immunity boosting
Low calories
Premium fruit segment
High storage life (up to 60 days)

Kiwi sells 3 to 10 times higher than apple or orange.

If youth start kiwi farming even on one acre, they can earn huge sustainable income for 20–25 years.

2. Climate & Soil Needed for Kiwi Farming

Kiwi requires:

Climate

Cool temperate region

1000–1500 mm rainfall

10–30°C temperature

Frost-free winters

Humidity 60–75%

Soil

pH: 5.5–6.5

Sandy-loam / loam soil

Rich organic matter

Deep-well drained soil

3. One-Acre Kiwi Orchard Layout (Professional Design)

Plant Spacing:

12×10 ft or 15×12 ft

Plants Needed:

Total plants in 1 acre: 250–300

Male : Female Ratio = 1:6

Support System:

Kiwi needs a T-Bar/Pergola System:

Costly but long-life (20–25 years)

Best for heavy fruiting

Height: 6–7 feet

Wire gauge: 2–4 mm

4. Investment Cost for 1 Acre Kiwi Farming (Professional Budget)

ItemCost (USD)Cost (INR)Land preparation$250₹20,000High-quality plants (300)$900₹75,000T-Bar Support System$1,500₹1,20,000Drip irrigation$350₹30,000Organic fertilizers$200₹16,000Labor cost$300₹25,000Mulching$120₹10,000Plant protection$80₹6,500Maintenance$150₹12,000

Total Investment:

$3,800 – $4,500
₹3.1 – ₹3.8 lakh

5. Planting Method (Step-by-Step Professional Instructions)

Step 1 — Dig Pits

Size: 2×2×2 ft

Fill with compost, FYM, sand, neem-cake

Step 2 — Planting

Plant female on trellis wires

Male plants after every 6 female plants

Step 3 — Training

Kiwi must be trained in cordon system

Maintain single main stem

Side branches evenly spaced

Step 4 — Mulching

Keeps moisture

Reduces weeds

6. Irrigation Requirement

Kiwi needs regular moisture

Drip irrigation recommended

Summer: daily light watering

Winter: once in 3–4 days

Critical period:
Flowering
Fruit enlargement

7. Manure & Fertilizer Schedule (One-Acre Orchard)

Organic

FYM 10–12 kg per plant annually

Vermicompost 2 kg per plant

Chemical

NPK 1 kg per plant (split in 3 cycles)

Boron spray

Micronutrient spray every 30 days

8. Flowering & Pollination

Flowering Time:

April–May

Pollination:

Bees are required
You can keep bee boxes for better fruit set

Pollination efficiency determines fruit size, weight & quantity.

9. Kiwi Fruit Yield (Realistic Per Acre Production)

Year 1:

Vegetative growth (no yield)

Year 2:

Light yield: 1–2 tons

Year 3:

Medium yield: 3–4 tons

Year 4 onwards (Full Production):

5–7 tons per acre

10. Kiwi Selling Price (World Market)

MarketPrice per kgIndia retail$2.5 – $4 (₹180–₹300)India wholesale$1.8 – $2.5UAE$4 – $6Europe$4 – $7USA$5 – $8

Premium varieties (Zespri-level) sell higher.

11. Income & Profit Calculation (Per Acre)

Production:

6,000 kg (6 tons)

Selling Price:

Average global = $4/kg

Total Revenue:

$24,000 per year (₹19–20 lakh)

Net Profit (After expenses):

$17,000 – $20,000 (₹13–16 lakh)

Profit increases every year as orchard matures.

12. Value-Added Kiwi Products

You can earn 200–400% more by selling:

Kiwi juice

Kiwi jam

Kiwi squash

Dehydrated kiwi chips

Kiwi fruit powder

Kiwi wine (Europe/USA legal)

13. Worldwide Marketing Channels (Global Selling Strategy)

A. Local Markets

Supermarkets

Fruit shops

Hotels & resorts

B. Online Selling

Your own website

Instagram store

WhatsApp business

ONDC (India)

C. Export Markets

Best countries:

Dubai

Bahrain

Qatar

Saudi Arabia

Europe

Singapore

Japan

14. Kiwi Farming as a Youth Startup

Youth can create:

Kiwi brand

Kiwi nursery

Kiwi juice brand

Export kiwi supplier

Cold-storage kiwi dealer

Kiwi farming has huge global demand and very few suppliers.

15. Risk & Disease Management

Common Problems:

Root rot

Canker

Sun scorch

Low pollination

Solutions:

Good drainage

Copper fungicide

Shade nets in peak summer

Bee keeping for pollination

16. Conclusion

Kiwi is among the top premium fruits globally.
One-acre kiwi farming can generate:

6–7 tons yield
₹13–16 lakh yearly profit
Massive export opportunities
20 years of continuous income

Youth can easily build a long-term farming career with kiwi.

17. FAQs

1. Is kiwi farming profitable in 1 acre?

Yes, extremely profitable.

2. Can kiwi grow in hot regions?

Need cooler climates; but high-altitude hot regions can work.

3. How long does kiwi plant survive?

20–25 years.

4. Do kiwi need support system?

Yes, T-bar or pergola is essential.

5. Is export business easy?

Yes, kiwi has stable international

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