Broccoli  Global Nutrition, Farming, Yield, Cost & Profit (USD)

1. INTRODUCTION (GLOBAL OVERVIEW)

Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) is one of the world’s most premium super-vegetables. From USA to Europe, Middle East to Asia, broccoli is in high demand due to its exceptional nutritional profile, anti-cancer properties, global health trends, keto diets, and strong use in hotels, restaurants, and export markets.

Broccoli farming is extremely profitable because:

high market price

low competition

fast-growing crop

export-quality high value

strong demand from fitness, medical, and organic sectors

It is the fastest-growing demand vegetable in USA, UK, Germany, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Japan, and India.

2. BOTANICAL DETAILS

Scientific name: Brassica oleracea var. italica

Family: Brassicaceae

Edible Part: Flower head (Floret)

Origin: Italy & Mediterranean

Chromosome number: 2n = 18

Plant type: Annual cool-season crop

3. NUTRITION PROFILE (per 100 g raw broccoli)

NutrientAmountBenefitCalories34 kcalLow-calorie dietProtein2.8 gHigh vegetable proteinFiber2.6 gDigestionVitamin C89 mgVery high immunityVitamin A623 IUEye healthVitamin K101 µgBone strengthFolate63 µgCell growthCalcium47 mgBonesIron0.7 mgHemoglobin supportPhytochemicalsVery HighAnti-cancer

Broccoli contains sulforaphane, one of the strongest anti-cancer compounds known.

4. GLOBAL CULINARY USES

Soups, salads, pasta

Stir-fry dishes (Chinese, Thai)

Broccoli rice & keto dishes

Frozen mixes

Baby food

Pizza topping & grilled broccoli

High-end restaurants worldwide

5. SEED REQUIREMENT

Per Acre

300–400 grams

Per Hectare

1–1.2 kg

Hybrid seeds (USA, Netherlands, Japan) give best results.

6. SOIL REQUIREMENT

Loamy or sandy-loam soil

High organic matter

pH 6.0–7.0

Good drainage

High calcium availability

7. CLIMATE REQUIREMENT (COUNTRY-WISE)

India

Best season: September–January
Temperature: 15–25°C

USA

California major producer
Ideal: 10–22°C

Europe

UK, Spain, Italy — cool moist climate

China

Large-scale open-field & greenhouse farming

Middle East

Only winter cultivation possible

8. IRRIGATION SCHEDULE

First irrigation after transplanting

Then every 6–8 days

Drip irrigation preferred

Avoid waterlogging

Maintain even moisture during head formation

9. FERTILIZER SCHEDULE

Basal Dose

FYM: 20–25 tons per hectare

NPK: 80:60:60 kg/ha

Top Dressing

Nitrogen in 2–3 splits

Calcium + Boron essential for large firm heads

Magnesium, sulfur, zinc sprays improve yield

Organic Options

Vermicompost

Jeevamrut

Seaweed extract

Poultry manure

10. PESTS & DISEASES

Major Pests

Cabbage worms

Aphids

Diamondback moth

Diseases

Downy mildew

Black rot

Powdery mildew

Controls

Neem oil

BT (Bacillus thuringiensis)

Copper fungicide

Crop rotation

11. CROP DURATION (WORLDWIDE)

RegionDurationIndia90–110 daysUSA75–90 daysEurope100–120 daysChina80–110 days

12. YIELD (GLOBAL DATA)

Open field hybrid: 12–18 tons/ha

High-tech farming: 20–30 tons/ha

Greenhouse: 25–35 tons/ha

13. COST OF CULTIVATION (USD ONLY)

ExpenseCost (USD per hectare)Seeds$120Nursery preparation$80Fertilizers$240Irrigation$110Labor$360Pesticides & fungicides$130Mulching$220Harvesting + packaging$180Transport$100Miscellaneous$120Total Cost$1,660

14. PROFIT ANALYSIS (USD ONLY)

Local Market Price

$1.20–2.50 per kg

Export Grade Price

$3–4.50 per kg

Profit Calculation

Yield = 18,000 kg

Case 1: Local

18,000 × $1.50 = $27,000
Profit = 27,000 – 1,660 = $25,340

Case 2: Export

18,000 × $3.50 = $63,000
Profit = 63,000 – 1,660 = $61,340

Broccoli is a premium export vegetable with extremely high returns.

15. POST-HARVEST TECHNOLOGY

Pre-cooling at 0–5°C

Ice packaging for long transport

Cold storage life: 2–3 weeks

Export boxes: ventilated cartons

No direct sunlight after harvest

16. GLOBAL EXPORT MARKET

Top Exporting Countries

Spain

Mexico

USA

China

Italy

Top Importing Countries

UAE

Qatar

Germany

UK

Canada

Singapore

Demand is increasing due to health & fitness industry.

17. LOAN & INSURANCE

Loans

Greenhouse loan

Drip irrigation loan

Vegetable project finance

Cold storage loan

Insurance

Covers:

Flood

Drought

Heat damage

Disease outbreaks

Market collapse

18. FAQ

How many seeds are required per hectare? – 1 to 1.2 kg

What is the ideal temperature? – 15–25°C

Is broccoli profitable worldwide? – Yes, extremely

Which fertilizers are best? – NPK + Calcium + Boron

What is the yield potential? – 12–30 tons/ha

What pests attack broccoli? – Aphids, worms

How long before harvest? – 75–120 days

Which countries grow most? – China, USA, India

Which countries import most? – Germany, UAE, UK

What is shelf life? – 2–3 weeks in cold storage

Can broccoli be grown organically? – Yes

What irrigation is ideal? – Drip

Why broccoli is expensive? – High demand + low supply

What is export price? – $3–4.5 per kg

What farming type gives best yield? – Greenhouse hydroponics

19. CONCLUSION (CONSNION)

Broccoli is one of the most valuable vegetables on the planet, combining premium nutrition, high export value, and excellent profitability. With proper climate, drip irrigation, fertilizers, pest control, and storage, broccoli can generate 20–40x profit for farmers worldwide.

Its demand is rising worldwide due to the global shift toward healthy eating, organic foods, and fitness diets.

Broccoli is a guaranteed high-income global crop for today’s farmers.


✍️Farming Writers