Adoption status and profitability analysis of mango varieties BARI Aam-3 and BARI Aam-4 in Rajshahi region

Abstract

The study was conducted in three mango growing districts namely Naogaon, Natore, and Chapainawabganj during 2023 to assess the adoption status of mango var.  BARI  Aam-3 and BARIAam-4 varieties, thier farm level profitability, and constraints to cultivation at the farm level. A total of 60 farmers taking 20 from each district were randomly selected for interviews. The study revealed that BARI Aam-3 is highly adopted in Naogaon district which covered 61% of the total mango production in that area. Besides, 32% of the mango orchards are occupied by BARI Aam-3 variety in Natore district. Whereas, BARI Aam-4 is highly adopted in Naogaon district which shared 7.5% of the total mango production in that area. The highest fruit  yield of BARI Aam-3 was found at 12.56 ton ha^-1 from a more than 8 years old orchard.  Gross return and net return was Tk. 7,26,474 ha^-1 and Tk. 5,58,474 ha^-1, respectively from 8 years above old mango orchard. Regular bearings, higher yield, higher profit, sweetness, and less insect-pest infestation were the prime reasons for choosing BARI Aam-3 and BARI Aam-4 at the farmers’ level. Farmers observed very low bearing after 15 years, scarcity of quality saplings, unattractive color, and short shelf life were the major constraints to BARI Aam-3 cultivation. Market controlled by a business syndicate, lack of credit facilities, lack of knowledge about modern cultivation, and lack of storage facilities were common problems opined by the sample farmers.

Bangladesh J. Agril. Res. 48(2): 221-235, June 2023