Araria Farmer Earns 8 Lakhs in 90 Days from Strawberry Cultivation

• Gholtu Kumar, a farmer from Chharra Patti, Araria, earns over 8 lakh rupees in 90 days by cultivating strawberries on one acre.
• He has been cultivating strawberries for 5 years, moving away from traditional crops like paddy and maize.
• The cultivation involves modern techniques like mulching and drip irrigation, with saplings sourced from Pune.
• Initial investment for one acre is 3-4 lakh rupees, with strawberries selling for 400-500 rupees per kilogram.
• Inspired by government schemes, Gholtu Kumar's success has encouraged other farmers in Araria to adopt strawberry farming.