Fruit plantation and Fruit Processing
🌳1. Fruit Plantation:
A fruit plantation is a large-scale, organized agricultural operation where fruit-bearing trees or plants are cultivated systematically for commercial production. This involves careful planning of land use, crop selection, irrigation, pest management, and harvesting.
📈 Common Commercial Fruits in Plantations:
- Mango
- Banana
- Citrus (orange, lemon)
- Apple
- Grapes
- Pomegranate
- Guava
- Papaya
🏭 2. Fruit Processing
Fruit processing is the transformation of raw fruits into value-added products that are preserved, packaged, and ready for consumption or export. This extends shelf life, reduces waste, and increases farmer income.
✅ Benefits of Fruit Plantation and Processing
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Benefit
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Fruit Plantation
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Fruit Processing
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1. Income
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Steady long-term profits
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Higher margins through value addition
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2. Sustainability
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Reduces soil erosion, improves biodiversity
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Reduces post-harvest waste
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3. Employment
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Seasonal and permanent jobs
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Jobs in processing, packaging, logistics
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4. Exports
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Demand for tropical/subtropical fruits
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Global market for juices, jams, dried fruits
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5. Market Access
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Fresh fruit supply to cities
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Shelf-stable products for supermarkets
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