Farmers in Bhojpur expanding orange farming on unused land
Summary
Farmers in Khawa, Bhojpur’s Tempkemaiyung Rural Municipality-5, are expanding commercial orange farming on unused land as a more profitable alternative to traditional crops. Local officials are providing saplings and technical support to help turn the area into a district orange production hub.
Key Points
- Farmers in Khawa, Bhojpur, are shifting from traditional food crops to commercial orange farming for higher income.
- Unused and underutilized land is being converted into orange orchards, with sapling sales also adding extra earnings for farmers.
- The local ward is supporting growers with quality saplings, technical guidance, and pest and fertilizer management advice.
- Khawa is being positioned as a potential orange production hub in the district.
