International Journal of Noni Research - Noni Family
International Journal of Noni Research - Noni Family
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59 Intl. J. <strong>Noni</strong> Res. 2007, 2(1-2)<br />
D.R. Singh et al. Morinda citrifolia L. – An evergreen plant for diversification in commercial horticulture<br />
6. Manuring and Bio-fertilizers 5400.00<br />
7. Weeding and Hoeing<br />
(2x 5 man days x Rs.100/-) 1000.00<br />
8. Irrigation 1000.00<br />
9. Plant Protection 500.00<br />
10. Training and Pruning 500.00<br />
11. Miscellaneous 500.00<br />
Total Expenditure Rs. 16,970/-<br />
The BCR was worked out to be 14.5% without considering the opportunity<br />
cost. Whereas it was 9.7% with consideration <strong>of</strong> opportunity cost. This<br />
indicates Morinda cultivation is highly economical.<br />
This fruit tree is highly economical, if farmer cultivates it at the large scale. The<br />
assured marketing also required. Based on CARI studies above results were<br />
obtained, which suggests the suitability and economic viability <strong>of</strong> this tree in A &<br />
N Islands. The economics <strong>of</strong> Morinda cultivation is given in Table. 8.<br />
Registration <strong>of</strong> germplasm<br />
Morinda citrifolia L. has been registered for its salinity resistance and<br />
nutrient rich indigenous species with national identity no. – I.C. 524021 and<br />
INGR No. – 05028 by the NBPGR, New Delhi.<br />
Conclusion<br />
Initial studies have revealed that <strong>Noni</strong> can be grown in all types <strong>of</strong> challenged<br />
resource conditions. The package <strong>of</strong> practices are simple and do not involve<br />
any intensive labor and monetary expenditure. The plantation <strong>of</strong> this crop has<br />
potential <strong>of</strong> restoring livelihood <strong>of</strong> the farmers affected by tsunami. However,<br />
lot <strong>of</strong> work needs to be done on phyto chemical properties <strong>of</strong> this fruit,<br />
detailed package <strong>of</strong> practices for its cultivation as intercrop and alley crop,<br />
and its other uses.<br />
References<br />
Abdulla, K.M. A.T.E.I Wakeel. and H.H.EI Mosiru. 1978. Effect <strong>of</strong> gibberrelic<br />
acid on seed germination <strong>of</strong> some citrus root stocks. <strong>Research</strong> Bull. A.S.<br />
Univ. Faculty <strong>of</strong> Agric. No. 944, pp.25.
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