How To Start White Sandalwood Farming.
Every person thinks that can one really become a millionaire by farming. Which is the crop that can make one a millionaire by planting it? The answer is yes, there is a crop that can make you a millionaire. Its name is sandalwood. Yes, you heard it right, sandalwood is the only crop that can make you a millionaire. Now you must be wondering whether How To Start White Sandalwood Farming? Is it legal to cultivate sandalwood in India? Do we have to take permission from the government to cultivate sandalwood? What things do we have to keep in mind while cultivating sandalwood? You will find answers to many such questions in this blog.
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What is the use of white sandalwood?
White sandalwood oil are used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. It is also used in the pharmaceutical, aromatherapy, cosmetics, perfume, and soap industries. white sandalwood contains chemicals that may help prevent the growth of fungus and bacteria. It may also reduce spasms and have a relaxing effect.white sandalwood is used for treating the common cold, cough, bronchitis, fever, and sore mouth and throat. It is also used to treat urinary tract infections, liver disease, gallbladder problems, heatstroke, gonorrhea, headache, and conditions of the heart and blood vessels.
Keep these special things in mind while cultivating white sandalwood.
1. Climate: Tropical regions with 300-500 mm rainfall
2. Soil: Sandalwood plant can grow in all types of soil except sandy soil.
3. Selection of Plant: Select only high quality, disease resistant plants.
4. Irrigation: Sandalwood plant does not require much water. 2 to 3 liters of water in a week is sufficient for this plant.
5. Manure: Balanced, organic manure like cow dung manure, goat manure, Verm compost, chicken manure is given to the plants to give good results.
6. Pruning: Regular pruning of plants should be done to maintain the shape and promote plant growth.
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Which host plant to plant with white sandalwood?
White sandalwood is a parasitic plant that cannot survive alone, so it is necessary to plant host plants along with it so that the plant grows well. For the host plant of white sandalwood, you can plant neem, Sesbania, casuarina, pigeon pea, guava, citrus sps, pomegranate, mango, etc. Along with sandalwood, host plants will also give you a good profit.
Is it legal to grow white sandalwood?
Currently, the government has banned the purchase and sale of sandalwood. In such a situation, only the government buys it. According to the rules made in 2017, any farmer can cultivate sandalwood. But only the government can export it.
Briefly about white sandalwood cultivation.
1. The maximum height of a sandalwood tree is 13 to 16 meters. Its thickness is about 100 to 200 centimeters.
2.Warm climate is required for sandalwood cultivation. Temperature between 12 to 35 degree Celsius is suitable for its cultivation.
3. While planting sandalwood plants, a distance of 12X15 feet should be kept between them. At the same time, host plants can be planted at a distance of 4 to 5 feet.
4.You can plant a sandalwood tree anytime. But while planting the plant, keep in mind that the plant should be two to two and a half years old. The advantage of this will be that you can plant it in any season, it will not get spoiled.
White sandalwood yield and profit.
After 15 years the weight of one sandalwood tree might be between 180-200 kg comes with 10 to15 kg heartwood. You can extract up to 5000 kg of sandalwood from an acre of land. the average cost for this tree’s cultivation is between Rs. 8 to 10 lakh per acre approx. So, against this investment, you can earn up to Rs. 1.5 crore to Rs 2 crore. the price of sandalwood depends on the weight of the sapwood and the oil content of the heartwood. The price of sandalwood in the international market is usually 15–20% higher than the domestic market. The government rate for Indian sandalwood is Rs. 7,500 per kg for a grade heartwood and Rs. 1,50,000 per kg for oil. The price of sandalwood in the domestic market is Rs. 16,500 per kg
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Conclusion:
White sandalwood farming requires careful planning and attention to detail. By following these guidelines and addressing potential challenges, you can cultivate high-quality white sandalwood and reap its financial rewards.
FAQ.
1. Is it legal to grow white sandalwood?
Currently, the government has banned the purchase and sale of sandalwood. In such a situation, only the government buys it. According to the rules made in 2017, any farmer can cultivate sandalwood. But only the government can export it.
2. How many years does white sandalwood take to grow?
Sandalwood Trees take around 15 to 20 years for growing maturely.
3. What is the price of 1 kg of sandalwood?
The government rate for Indian sandalwood is Rs. 7,500 per kg for a grade heartwood and Rs. 1,50,000 per kg for oil.
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