ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF SUGARCANE PRODUCTION AND MARKETING IN NAWALPARASI DISTRICT OF NEPAL
Author:
Shanti Sharma, Susmita Adhikari, Kamal Regmi
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A survey in Pratapur and Ramgram municipalities of Nawalparasi district evaluated the economics of sugarcane production and marketing in western Nepal. Data from 40 sugarcane cultivating households revealed a predominantly male farming landscape (97.5%) with agriculture as the primary income source (65%). Despite high labor costs averaging Rs. 400,414.5362 per hectare, sugarcane cultivation remained profitable, yielding an average net profit of Rs. 416,364.3480 per hectare. Correlation analysis emphasized the importance of cost management and productivity strategies. Challenges such as drought stress and delayed payments were noted, suggesting areas for improvement to enhance the sustainability of sugarcane farming in the region.
Pages | 59-63 |
Year | 2024 |
Issue | 2 |
Volume | 4 |