Sundarbans Farmers Strike Gold: Mustard Cultivation Transforms Fallow Land, Boosts Profits

• Sundarbans farmers are achieving high profits with low cost and effort by cultivating mustard.
• Traditionally, land lay fallow between Boro and Aman paddy seasons; now mustard is grown during this Rabi period.
• Mustard cultivation requires minimal supervision and provides additional income, aiding Boro cultivation.
• The crop's residue can be used as fuel, adding further value for farmers.
• A very good yield this Rabi season has led farmers to plan for increased mustard cultivation in the future.

Why It Matters: Sundarbans farmers are revolutionizing agriculture by profitably utilizing fallow land for mustard cultivation.