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  • How is almond cultivation done in America

    almond cultivation in America



    1. Main states:

    Most almond cultivation in America is done in the state of California. This state alone produces about 80% of the world’s almonds.

    2. Climate:

    Hot and dry summer

    Mild winter

    Bees are necessary for pollination.

    3. Soil:

    Sandy loam is considered most suitable.

    Good drainage is necessary.

    4. Plantation:

    Plants are planted between October and January.

    A distance of 6×6 meters is kept between the plants.

    About 90–100 plants can be planted in 1 acre.

    5. Irrigation:

    Drip irrigation or micro sprinklers are used.

    The right amount of water is very important during flowering and fruit formation.

    6. Harvesting:

    Almonds are plucked by machine or by hand by shaking the tree.

    Later they are dried and then processed.

    almond cultivation in America

    Types of Almonds:

    1. Sweet Almond – For eating and making milk.

    2. Bitter Almond – It is bitter, oil is extracted from it.

    3. Nonpareil – The most famous variety, thin-skinned.

    4. Carmel – The second major variety after nonpareil.

    5. Butte and Padre – Thick-skinned, good for processing.

  • Makhana Farming Guide – Profitable Nut Farming in India”

    Makhana farming (Makhana Kheti), which is called Fox Nut Farming in English, is a very profitable agricultural business, especially in water-rich areas like Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, West Bengal and Madhubani. It is a water-growing plant which gives a very good opportunity to farmers for earning.

    Here I am giving complete information related to Makhana cultivation in Hindi:

    makhana farming

    1. What is Makhana?

    Makhana is an aquatic crop that grows in water like lotus.

    Its scientific name: Euryale ferox

    We eat its seeds after drying and roasting them.

    Makhana is very beneficial for health, so its demand in the market is very high.



    2. Things required for Makhana cultivation

    Things details

    Water source Pond, puddle, paddy field which can fill with water
    Soil Black or clay soil in which water can be retained
    Water level There should be 1 to 4 feet of water in the field
    Climate Hot and humid climate is suitable



    3. How to cultivate Makhana?

    Step 1: Seed selection and preparation

    Select good quality makhana seeds (pods)

    The seeds are soaked in water for 15–20 days

    Only after the sprouts emerge, they are sown in the field or pond

    Step 2: Transplanting

    The seeds are sown in the month of April–May at a distance of 1.5–2 feet in the water field or pond

    Step 3: Care

    It is important to protect the crop from insects and weeds

    If needed, add cow dung manure and organic fertilizers

    In 2–3 months, the plants start spreading and pods start forming

    Step 4: Harvesting

    The pods are taken out of the water in September–October

    The seeds are taken out and dried in the sun



    4. Processing

    1. The seeds are roasted in fire

    2. Then they are broken, which releases the white part of makhana

    3. Then  Packed and sent to the market



    5. Cost and profit

    Description Estimation

    Per acre cost ₹25,000 – ₹40,000
    Per acre production 10–15 quintals of makhana
    Market price ₹400 – ₹800 per kg (depends on quality)
    Total profit ₹1 lakh – ₹2 lakh per acre



    6. Benefits

    Very good option for waterlogged areas

    High demand in the market (used for health and fasting)

    Good profit with less effort



    7. Where to sell?

    In local mandis

    Online (Amazon, Flipkart, B2B platforms like Indiamart)

    Direct supply to processing companies



    8. Government assistance

    Loans and subsidies are available for Makhana production from NABARD and Agriculture Department

    Bihar government has also given GI Tag to Makhana (so it helps in branding)

    Conclusion

    If you have a water filled field or pond, then Makhana farming is a very good, low risk and high profit giving business.

    Here are some pictures related to Makhana cultivation, which will help you understand its process and nature:


    Makhana cultivation views

    1. Makhana leaves in a pond
      Makhana plants spread on the surface of the water with large round leaves, which resemble lotus leaves.
    2. Makhana crop and seeds
      This picture shows the Makhana crop and its seeds, which become edible after processing.
    3. Detailed view of Makhana cultivation
      This view shows a detailed field of Makhana cultivation, where farmers are taking care of it.
    4. Harvesting Makhana seeds
      This picture shows the process of harvesting and storing Makhana seeds.
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