Mulberry (Shahtoot) Cultivation in West Bengal
West Bengal is the 2nd-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 West Bengal's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Mulberry (Shahtoot) Price Trend in West Bengal
Mulberry (Shahtoot) has no MSP, so its West Bengal 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 West Bengal
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Koley Market, Siliguri Regulated Market, Bardhaman 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 West Bengal. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for West Bengal Mulberry (Shahtoot) Farmers
West Bengal Mulberry (Shahtoot) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.