Marigold Cultivation: Farmers Earn Lakhs Per Hectare with Government Aid

• Naresh Kumar, a farmer from Khodawandpur block, earns over one lakh rupees per hectare by cultivating marigolds in the Rabi season.
• He shifted from traditional farming to flower cultivation after learning about government subsidies from the Horticulture Department.
• The Bihar government provides a subsidy of 40,000 rupees per hectare under the Flower (Marigold) Development Scheme.
• Naresh Kumar received a total grant of 1.20 lakh rupees for cultivating marigolds across three hectares, significantly boosting his profits.
• Marigolds have low cultivation costs, consistent market demand, and are ready for harvest within three months, ensuring quick income.

Why It Matters: Marigold cultivation, supported by government subsidies, offers farmers high returns and quick income.