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R D Thakare1, P P Khode

  • 1Nagarjun Medicinal Plant Garden, P.K.V. Akola, Maharashtra, India.

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|May 5, 2012
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Summary

Intercropping periwinkle with groundnut in a 2:1 ratio proved most profitable. This study explored short-duration crop integration in periwinkle cultivation for enhanced economic returns.

Area of Science:

  • Agricultural Science
  • Agronomy
  • Medicinal Plant Cultivation

Background:

  • Periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus) is a valuable medicinal plant.
  • Optimizing land use through intercropping can increase farm profitability.
  • Short-duration crops offer potential for integration without significantly impacting main crop yield.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the feasibility of intercropping short-duration crops with periwinkle.
  • To determine the most economically viable intercropping system for periwinkle.
  • To evaluate the impact of intercropping on overall farm income.

Main Methods:

  • Field experiments were conducted over three consecutive years (1988-1991).
  • Periwinkle was intercropped with various short-duration agronomical crops.

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  • Different row proportions, including a 2:1 ratio of periwinkle to groundnut, were tested.
  • Monetary returns per hectare were calculated for each treatment.

    • Main Results:

    • The intercropping system combining periwinkle and groundnut in a 2:1 row proportion yielded the highest monetary return.
    • This specific intercropping strategy generated Rs. 15,604 per hectare.
    • The study demonstrated the economic viability of integrating groundnut with periwinkle.

    Conclusions:

    • Intercropping periwinkle with groundnut, particularly in a 2:1 row proportion, is a feasible and profitable practice.
    • This cultivation method enhances economic returns for medicinal plant farmers.
    • Agronomical crop integration offers a viable strategy for optimizing land use and income in periwinkle cultivation.