Araria Farmers Earn Up To ₹1 Lakh/Acre From Mustard Greens in 30 Days

• Mustard is a primary Indian oilseed crop, offering high returns at low costs, especially in the Rabi season.
• Farmers in Araria district are increasingly cultivating mustard due to its profitability and market demand.
• Mustard greens are ready for harvest in 25-30 days, while mustard seeds take three months.
• Farmer Mohammad Najam reports earning Rs 50,000-70,000 per acre from mustard cultivation.
• Mustard can be planted from September to October and harvested from December to January, often after early potato crops.

Why It Matters: Mustard cultivation offers farmers a quick path to high income and prosperity.