Mulberry (Shahtoot) Cultivation in Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu & Kashmir is the 4th-largest producer of Mulberry (Shahtoot) in India. Mulberry (Shahtoot) (शहतूत) here is a fruit crop with a Spring (Mar-May) season (Spring (Mar-May)). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Jammu & Kashmir's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Mulberry (Shahtoot) Price Trend in Jammu & Kashmir
Mulberry (Shahtoot) has no MSP, so its Jammu & Kashmir price is fully market-driven by local supply and demand. Prices dip at peak harvest arrivals and recover in the off-season - track the daily rate and time your sale.
Where to Sell Mulberry (Shahtoot) in Jammu & Kashmir
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Jammu Mandi. Compare rates across 2-3 mandis the same day, grade and clean your produce for 15-20% higher bids, and register on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Jammu & Kashmir. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Jammu & Kashmir Mulberry (Shahtoot) Farmers
Jammu & Kashmir Mulberry (Shahtoot) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.