Fig Tree Farming: A Complete Guide for Beginners and Commercial Growers

    Fig tree farming is gaining popularity among farmers and home gardeners due to its low maintenance, high nutritional value, and strong market demand. Figs ( Ficus carica ) are hardy fruit trees that thrive in warm climates and can produce high yields for many years when properly managed. This blog provides a complete guide to fig tree farming—from planting to harvesting and marketing.

📜History of Fig Cultivation

        Fig is one of the oldest cultivated fruit trees in the world, with evidence of cultivation dating back over 11,000 years. It originated in the Middle East and Mediterranean regions and was widely grown in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Figs were considered sacred and symbolized prosperity, fertility, and peace. Today, fig farming is practiced across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

Benefits of Fig Tree Farming

·       High Market demand

·       Nutritious & tasty fruit

·       Drought Toterant

Planting & cares

·       Planting well drained oil

·       Watering regular but not waterlogged

·       Pruning Annual trimming

Income potential

    A plantation of around 10 mature Fig trees can harvest 2000 to 2500 kg . per tree can harvest 200 – 250 kg. It can generate an annual income of ₹120000 to ₹150000 Per year .

Interesting Facts About Fig Trees

• Fig is not a true fruit; it is an inside-out flower
• Fig flowers bloom inside the fruit
• Some figs depend on fig wasps for pollination
• Fig trees can live 50–100 years
• Figs are mentioned in ancient religious texts

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