Maize cultivation changed the fate of farmers, barren land has become fertile, income is increasing

The fields affected by the thick layer of floods and sand are now filled with maize crops. After the Kusha accident in Bihar, hundreds of acres of land had become barren, where shrubs like Cannes and Palas used to grow. But today, this area has become green again with the hard work of farmers and government schemes. Now, along with maize, many other crops are also being cultivated.

Barren land fertile

The 2008 floods completely destroyed the crops and fields of the farmers.

• The fields had a layer of sand up to 8 feet, which looked impossible to cultivate.
• But the farmers continuously worked and made this land worthy of farming again.
• Today these fields are giving excellent crop of maize and have become the economic backbone of farmers.

Income increased due to maize cultivation

• One acre of maize cultivation costs about 20 to 25 thousand rupees.
• Due to yield per acre, farmers are earning income ranging from 65 to 70 thousand rupees.
• That is, farmers are earning a net profit of about 50 thousand rupees on each acre.
• This is the same area that was never used in any use after floods.

Cooperation received from government schemes

The state government and agriculture department supported farmers at many levels:

• The quality and availability of seeds was specially monitored.
• Timely fertilizer and technical advice were given.
• The basic structure was prepared in collaboration with the market committee so that farmers could get a fair price for their produce.
• Farmers are now getting good markets and fair prices for sale.

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