Is curry leaf (kadi patta) farming profitable and what yield and price can I expect?

Curry leaf (kadi patta) can be a steady income perennial crop, since once established a hedge planting gives repeated leaf harvests through the year for many years with low inputs, giving a good total leaf tonnage per acre across cuttings. The fresh leaf has constant kitchen demand, and there is added demand from dried leaf, curry leaf powder and oil for the spice and cosmetic trade, which can fetch more than fresh. Prices for fresh leaf vary with supply and freshness. Profit is moderate but reliable and the low maintenance suits dryland and part time growers. Check your local market and any dried leaf or processing buyers, and ask nearby growers for realistic yields before deciding rather than assuming peak prices.