Chaturveda

Agro Eco Farming with Intercropping


Maximizing Returns in Mahogany Timber Plantations

At CHATURVEDA, we believe in creating profitable, sustainable, and eco-friendly farming models. Our intercropping system in Mahogany timber plantations ensures farmers benefit from multiple revenue streams while contributing to soil enrichment and biodiversity.

Phase 1:
First 5 Years – Horticulture Crops

During the early years, Mahogany trees require space to grow, leaving room for intercropping with high-value horticulture crops.

Recommended Crops

• Fruits: Mango, Papaya, Guava, and Banana.
• Vegetables: Chilly, Tomato, Brinjal, and Gourds.
• Legumes: Green Gram, Black Gram, and Groundnut.
• Oilseeds: Sunflower and Mustard.

Economic Benefits

• Farmers can earn an average income of ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 per hectare per year through horticulture intercropping in the first 3-5 years.
• The crops provide a steady cash flow, covering the costs of plantation maintenance and generating profits even before the Mahogany trees mature.

Phase 2:
After 3 Years – Creepers and Shade-Loving Crops

Once Mahogany trees develop a canopy, the microclimate is ideal for growing shade-loving crops and creepers.

Recommended Crops

• Creepers: Black Pepper and Vanilla.
• Shade-Loving Crops: Cocoa, Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Nutmeg.

Economic Benefits

• Black Pepper: Yields begin in the 4th year, generating ₹1,50,000 to ₹2,50,000 per hectare annually.
• Vanilla: High-demand crop offering potential earnings of ₹3,00,000 to ₹5,00,000 per hectare annually after 5 years.
• Cocoa and Cinnamon: Provide additional revenues of ₹1,00,000 to ₹1,50,000 per hectare annually.
• Combined with timber value, the total earnings can exceed ₹25-30 lakh per hectare over 20 years.

Buy-Back Assurance

• CHATURVEDA implements a compulsory buy-back pattern, offering pre-agreed pricing and guaranteed market access for these crops.
• This arrangement reduces market risks for farmers and ensures fair pricing.

Advantages of Intercropping in Mahogany Plantations

Increased Land Productivity: Every inch of land is utilized effectively, maximizing output and profits.

Steady Income Streams: Farmers benefit from short-term (horticulture) and long-term (timber and creepers) revenues.

Improved Soil Health: Intercropping enriches the soil with nutrients and enhances microbial activity.

Risk Mitigation: Diversification reduces dependency on a single crop or market.

Environmental Sustainability: Encourages biodiversity, reduces carbon footprint, and supports climate-smart farming practices.

Why Partner with CHATURVEDA?

Expert guidance in crop selection, plantation management, and soil health improvement.

Comprehensive training for farmers on sustainable agroforestry models.

Guaranteed buy-back agreements to secure farmer income.

Access to quality saplings, bio-organic manure, and regenerative farming inputs.

Transform your Mahogany plantation into a multi-income model! Let CHATURVEDA help you grow trees, crops, and prosperity.