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Guar Crop Brings Relief To Farmers Amid Weak Monsoon With Good Yield And Prices
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News18•06-10-2026, 08:48
Guar Crop Brings Relief To Farmers Amid Weak Monsoon With Good Yield And Prices
- •Weak monsoon and long dry spells worried farmers in Nagaur, but cluster bean was sown in 50 to 55 percent of the area and became a major support.
- •Despite insufficient rainfall, occasional showers provided necessary moisture, allowing cluster bean to reach a good state and meet expectations.
- •Farmers are reporting a healthy yield of 2 to 3 quintals per bigha, significantly raising their hopes this Kharif season.
- •Market prices ranging between Rs 6,400 and Rs 6,500 per quintal are providing strong financial relief and helping farmers cover their cultivation costs.
- •Cluster bean residues also serve as valuable animal fodder, supporting farmers who engage in animal husbandry alongside agriculture.
Key Questions Answered
Farmers are receiving market prices of around Rs 6,400 to Rs 6,500 per quintal for cluster bean in grain markets, helping them cover cultivation costs and save income.
Despite a weak monsoon and insufficient rainfall, farmers in the Nagaur region are reporting a satisfactory yield of 2 to 3 quintals per bigha from the cluster bean crop.
Aside from the sale of grains, the leftover residue after harvesting cluster bean serves as animal fodder, providing an additional source of feed right at the farm for local farmers.
