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Fig (Anjeer) Cultivation in Gujarat – Compiled Information
About Fig
Fig (Anjeer) is a valuable fruit considered beneficial for both health and farming. It belongs to the mulberry family. Fig is considered a rich source of nutrients and minerals. It contains a high amount of natural sugars.
Key characteristics:
- Production starts after two years
- A 4–5-year-old plant can yield around 15 kg of fruits
- Yield increases as the plant ages
- Fruits can be produced for 20–30 years
- Warm and dry climatic conditions are considered suitable
Fig Cultivation in Gujarat (2024–25)
| Region | Area (Hectares) | Production (Tons) | Productivity (Tons/Hectare) |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Gujarat | 3 | 25 | 8.25 |
| Central Gujarat | 3 | 20 | 6.67 |
| South Gujarat + Kutch | 18 | 80 | 4.44 |
| Saurashtra | 44 | 302 | 6.86 |
| Total Gujarat | 68 | 427 | 6.28 |
Additional information:
- According to studies by private organizations, including unregistered farmers, the total cultivation area is estimated at approximately 900 hectares.
- Estimated production: 10,000 tons
Farmers Practicing Fig Cultivation in Gujarat
| District | Farmer | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Mehsana | Varsangji Kadwaji Thakor | Ghumasan village, 370 plants in 2 vigha |
| Mehsana | Dinesh Panchal | Bahucharaji, approximately 2,000 plants under natural farming |
| Aravalli | Vishal Patel | Navi Boral village, organic fig cultivation |
| Surendranagar | Two farmers from Katuda village | Natural cultivation on 40 vigha |
| Amreli | Dinesh Savsaiya | Mota Ankadiya village, 3,400 plants on 4 acres; approximately ₹22 lakh income in 2025 |
Palitana Area Cultivation Example
Location: Palitana – Sonda
Details:
- Area: 10 vigha
- Crop age: 9 months
- Varieties:
- Diana
- Pune Purandar
- Irrigation method:
- Drip irrigation
Soil and Climate
Suitable soil:
- Well-drained soil
- Medium black soil
- Goradu (light-textured) soil
- Slightly alkaline soil
Suitable climate:
- Warm and dry regions
- Areas with low humidity
In Gujarat, expansion is being observed particularly in:
- Saurashtra
- Kutch
- North Gujarat
Production
- Per plant: 150–250 fruits
- Per tree: 20–25 kg fruits
- Per hectare: 8,000–10,000 kg production
Income:
- One plant may generate approximately ₹700–₹1,000 worth of production
Major Varieties
Main commercial varieties cultivated in India:
- Pune Fig
- Black Elaichi
- Brown Turkey
- Turkish White
- Kabul
- Mission
Worldwide:
- Approximately 800–900 varieties
Planting
Planting period:
- July–August
Pit size:
- 60 × 60 × 60 cm
Spacing:
- 4.5–5 meters between plants
Irrigation
During the year:
- 14–17 irrigations
Interval:
- Winter: every 16–18 days
- Summer: every 6–8 days
- Monsoon: as required
Drip irrigation is considered beneficial.
Intercropping
During the first 2–3 years:
- Pulses
- Brinjal (eggplant)
- Chili
- Tomato
- Okra
- Guar
Major Pests and Diseases
- Stem borer caterpillar
- Stem rot disease
- Brown leaf spots
- Fruit fly
- Bird damage
Value Addition
Products made from figs:
- Jam
- Jelly
- Chutney
- Candy
- Honey-based products
- Dry fruit sweets
Some farmers are producing around 28 value-added products from figs.
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