Mustard Stalks: Turn Waste into Wealth with These 5 Income-Generating Methods

• Mustard stalks, known as Pinji in Awadh region, are often discarded by farmers but can be a significant source of income.
• Temporary brooms can be made from mustard stalks and sold for 25-30 rupees each, useful for cleaning large areas.
• Tatiya (partitions) for fodder storage or animal protection can be crafted from mustard and pigeon pea stalks, fetching around 1000 rupees per Tatiya.
• Processed and cut mustard stalks can be supplied to brick kilns, where they aid in igniting coal, selling for up to 800 rupees per quintal.
• Organic fertilizer can be produced by composting mustard stalks in a pit with soil and water, decomposing in 2-3 months.

Why It Matters: Transform mustard stalks from agricultural waste into valuable products and generate substantial income.