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Bihar Set for Bumper Orange Harvest: Trees Ready in 2 Years, Demand Soars in Nurseries.
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News18•22-09-2026, 11:21
Bihar Set for Bumper Orange Harvest: Trees Ready in 2 Years, Demand Soars in Nurseries.
- •Bihar's soil is now suitable for bumper orange production, with trees maturing in just two years.
- •Orange saplings are selling rapidly in Jehanabad nurseries, driven by high demand from hobbyists and commercial growers.
- •Satyendra Narayan Singh of Green City Nursery highlights an orange variety well-suited for the Magadh region's climate.
- •A single tree can yield up to 5 quintals per season, fruiting twice a year in March-April and September-October.
- •Orange cultivation offers good income potential, with market prices consistently at least 40 rupees per kg, and advice given on soil and organic fertilizer use.
Key Questions Answered
An orange tree gets well-prepared in about 2 years in the Magadh region of Bihar, and after that, it can yield up to 5 quintals of fruit per tree in a single season.
Gardeners should check that the soil is sandy to prevent plant damage and ensure proper fruiting. Organic fertilizer must be mixed with the soil initially, and then applied once every 15 days along with appropriate watering.
Orange trees bear fruit twice a year in Bihar, with one fruiting season in March-April and the second in September-October. The fruit sells for at least 40 rupees per kg in the market.
