Gujarat’s Dang Sees 65% Jump in Strawberry Production Over Three Years
Strawberry production in Gujarat’s Dang district has recorded a remarkable 65% increase over the past three years, highlighting a major transition from traditional crops like nagli to high-value horticulture farming. Farmers in the region are increasingly shifting toward the Sweet Charlie strawberry variety, supported by improved cultivation practices, stronger market access, and government-backed horticulture initiatives.
The rapid rise in cultivation is also driven by increasing strawberry prices and growing demand from urban consumers and food processing industries. Compared to conventional farming, strawberry cultivation is offering better returns, encouraging more farmers to expand production and adopt commercial fruit farming.
Agriculture experts say modern farming techniques such as drip irrigation, mulching, and controlled cultivation practices have significantly improved fruit quality and productivity. These advancements are helping boost agricultural growth while increasing income opportunities for small and marginal farmers across the district.
Officials believe the success of strawberry farming in Dang reflects the growing importance of high-value crops and horticulture-led development in Gujarat’s agricultural sector.
Source: https://commoditytoday.com/strawberry-production-rises-65-in-gujarat-dang-growth/
