Hi Fellow Farmers, Am a silent member of this wonderful site till now. Looks its time for me to do what I wanted to do, “FARMING”. As any new entry farmers, I do have my own concerns and fear of failure. Requests your experts advice and suggestions on the below. Am planning to do Musli cultivati…

If you are a beginner dont try it for first time. I have met few farmers burnt fingers because of root rot and lost entire crops.

The soil should be porous so that roots can comfortably grow.In case water does not accumulate for more than 4-6 hours during rainy seasons the soil is good.The pH factor of 5.5 to 7.0 is most suitable. rcdixit[quote=tmr] Thanks for you suggestion. [/quote]

[image] rcdixit: The soil should be porous so that roots can comfortably grow.In case water does not accumulate for more than 4-6 hours during rainy seasons the soil is good.The pH factor of 5.5 to 7.0 is most suitable. rcdixit,Medicinal Plants Research & propagation society

Does below calculation sound good? Should I consider anything else in case of expense? Expenses per acre of Land Rs. Planting material 500 kg @ Rs. 300/- per kg. 1,50,000 Land preparation, Sowing, Labour etc. 30,000 Peeling & Drying 60,000 Other expenses 10,000 Total expenses 2,50,000 Earn…

I view your calculations highly optimistic.You are missing on manure/irrigation arrangements/percentage of seed related damages/protection cost etc.In addition has any body done musali farming in your region previously?If yes see his/her sucess status or else go for trial cultivation in 100 sq ft ar…

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tmr February 12, 2014, 4:15pm 3

Thanks for you suggestion.