Marigold Cultivation: Double Profit, Pest-Free Fields for Deoghar Farmers

• Deoghar farmers can double their income by cultivating marigold flowers alongside traditional crops, leveraging high local demand.
• Marigolds are a high-profit, low-cost crop; their scent naturally repels pests, reducing pesticide expenses for main crops.
• Dr. Rajan Ojha recommends the small red marigold variety for its year-round productivity and resilience to weather extremes.
• Cultivation is simple: plant on ridges or empty spaces, requiring minimal water and fertilizer, with continuous yield for 2-3 months.
• An acre can yield 80-100 quintals, fetching Rs 15-40/kg, ensuring stable income and prosperity for farmers.

Why It Matters: Marigold cultivation offers Deoghar farmers a path to double profits, reduced pest issues, and stable income.