Gujarat govt allocates ₹45 crore to promote Guava, Mango, and Banana farming

Gandhinagar: The state government has allocated Rs 45 crore to support the cultivation of mangoes, bananas, and guavas. The objective is to ensure that approximately 19,500 hectares of land are utilized for growing these fruits.

According to Raghavji Patel, the state’s agriculture minister, farmers can significantly increase their incomes by transitioning to fruit crops. Additionally, diversifying crops will contribute to maintaining the health of the soil.

Under the scheme, farmers who choose to cultivate these fruit crops will receive financial assistance. Rs 100 per sapling will be given for Mangos, and Rs 5 per sapling will be provided for Bananas. Similarly, farmers cultivating guava will get assistance of Rs 80 per sapling, as stated in an official announcement.

Through this initiative, the government seeks to allocate approximately 15,000 hectares of land for banana cultivation, around 2,500 hectares for mangoes, and approximately 2,000 hectares for guava cultivation. DeshGujarat