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Ricinus communis
Castor / Eranda Cultivation
Agronomic Profile & Economic Significance
Castor (Eranda) is one of Gujarat's most commercially vital and resilient cash crops. Known for its high-grade industrial castor oil used globally in pharmaceuticals, lubricants, cosmetics, and aviation. Our farming incorporates high-yielding GCH hybrids, micro-irrigation, and biological disease prevention.
Cultivation Method & Water Management
Precision Spaced Drip Fertigation & Balanced Macro/Micro Nutrition
Water Budget: Moderate (350-450 mm throughout cycle via precision drip)
Key Agronomic Benefits
High global demand for industrial and pharmaceutical grade derivatives
Drought-hardy crop with deep taproot system
Excellent returns per acre under managed fertigation schedules
Low susceptibility to cattle grazing due to natural plant compounds
Nursery & Field Operations Gallery
Castor / Eranda Cultivation
Castor Primary Spike Formation & Automated Fertigation in Sabarkantha
Castor / Eranda Field Operations
Castor / Eranda Field Operations
Castor / Eranda Field Operations
Quick Agronomy Stats
Season:Kharif & Extended Rabi (August to February)
Cycle Duration:~180 Days
Target Yield:1,200 - 1,500 kg / Acre (Indicative agronomic average)
Method:Precision Spaced Drip Fertigation & Balanced Macro/Micro Nutrition
*Target yield figures are indicative agronomic estimates based on historical trials; not guaranteed.
Active Projects Cultivating Castor / Eranda
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