Mau Farmer Earns Big with Zucchini: ₹700 Investment Yields ₹21,000+ in Months!

• Ramlesh Maurya from Mau district transformed his income by cultivating Chhappan Kaddu (zucchini).
• Sown in October, the crop yields harvest in 60 days, with 12 fruits per plant, each weighing 1.5-3 kg.
• Yellow squash, popular as a winter salad, fetches ₹600-₹700/kg, while green squash sells for ₹30-₹40/kg.
• With an investment of just ₹700 on 3 biswa land, Maurya earned over ₹21,000 from 5-7 quintals harvested so far.
• Pest protection is crucial for yellow squash, which is susceptible to fly stings, ensuring good profits.

Why It Matters: Zucchini cultivation offers high returns with low investment, proving a game-changer for farmers.