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Improved agro-technology of Vetiver (Chrysopogon zizanoides)

Vetiver
root oil
intercropping
high income
post-harvest support
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overview

Vetiver (Khus) is cultivated for high-value essential oil used in perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics. CSIR-CIMAP has developed high-yielding varieties and improved processing technologies. Cultivation offers additional income through intercropping with wheat or menthol mint. Post-harvest support, including distillation, marketing, and value addition, enhances profitability, with net returns of ₹1,05,000–1,25,000/ha.

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    TRL

  • 1

    No of Units Deployed

  • 1

    No. of training hours

Key Features

  • Profitable – Net returns ₹1.05–1.25 lakh/ha
  • Versatile – Suitable for intercropping systems
  • Valuable – Oil market price ₹12–15k/kg

Functionality

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For any queries or concerns, please submit your message using the form below. Our team will review your submission and respond at the earliest.

Contact Developer

Dr Ramesh Kumar Srivastava

CSIR-CIMAP, Near Kukrail Picnic Spot Road

Email: rksrivastava[at]cimap[dot]res[dot]in

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