Published Sep 18, 2023
In India, mosambi farming proves lucrative, with farmers earning substantial income per acre. The cultivation costs range from $390 to $480, while profits soar to $5,000 to $6,000 per acre.
Mosambi cultivation needs a dry climatic condition with about 60 to 75 cm of rainfall from June to September. Additionally, it needs well-defined summer and winter seasons.
Mosambi thrives in well-drained red or loamy soils with a pH range of 6.5 to 7.5, ensuring optimal growth and higher yields. For large-scale cultivation, it's advisable to conduct a soil test.
Mosambi propagation uses budding on rough lemon or sour orange rootstocks. Budded nursery plants are transplanted after a year, ideally between June-August or February-March.
To prepare the land for Mosambi cultivation, conduct several ploughings, level the soil, and eliminate weeds and rocks. Ensure the soil reaches a fine tilth stage before planting.
Mosambi gardens don't require water during the monsoon season. However, irrigation should be done in winter every 3-4 days, and water every alternate day in summer.