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Fruit Trees are important source of income for farmers. Every farm is going for fruit tree plantation. This TOOL will give step - by -step TECHNOLOGY + budget. Take reference to Hello Kisan Standard Costs and recommended technology calculated for 70 Fruit Tree Project (Suitable for 50-100 Fruit Trees). Fill up your details for your fruit tree plantation project - and this tool will give exact plantation cost and per tree costing for THREE & HALF YEAR period till Fruiting begins. This cost sheet you can save, download or share also.

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Cost Calculator for Fruit Trees Horticulture Fruit Plantation by Farmers

Part 1 - Material Cost/s
The Costs are Calculated on Per Fruit Tree Basis
Includes Fruit Tree Saplings, Inputs, Mulching, Consumables Etc
Unit Cost/s Recommended on 70 fruit Tree Plantation Project Basis
Choose Relevant Items & Costs to Your Horticulture Project/s
S. No.	Work/Item/Activity	Hello Kisan Cost/s	Your Editable Cost/s	Units / Numbers	Total Item Amount
1.1	Seedling / Sapling / Nursery Purchase Costs
	Seedling / Nursery / Sapling Costs- When Purchased from Nursery :This cost varies according to Source, Variety, Growth Health and Market Dynamics. Per Fruit Tree Sapling cost range from INR 40 to 100. These days for some fruits tree saplings created through tissue culture are also available in the market.
1.2	Loading & Unloading Expense
	Loading & Unloading of Saplings :Loading mostly done by Nursery. But if work is done through contractor then on Per Tree basis it can range from INR 2.00 to 5.00 ( if not incurred then assign Zero Cost)
1.3	Transport Cost of Fruit Tree Sapling
	Transport Cost of Fruit Tree Sapling :Good fruit tree Nurseries are not many so substantial transport distance is involved that may cost from INR 5.00 to 20.00. (If not paid assign Zero Cost)
1.4	Extra Saplings due to Mortality
	Extra Saplings due to Mortality :There is always 10-20 percent mortality during the procurement process therefore must account for it. Per Tree it can vary from INR 5.00 to 20.00. (Some Nurseries provide free extra saplings)
1.5	Soil Amendments by Gypsum / Slag (Optional)
	Soil Amendments by Gypsum / Lime (Only if Needed):Not Many Farm Fields requires. But if Gypsum / Lime is needed (based on soil test report) then per Tree basis it can range from INR 5.00 to 10.00. (If not required then assign Zero Cost)
1.6	Soil Amendments by Pond Clay (Optional)
	Soil Amendments by Pond Clay (If Needed):Except for high clay content soils the Pond Clay helps improve the growth environment. On Per Fruit Tree basis it can range from INR 5.00 to 10.00. (If not required then assign Zero Cost)
1.7	Soil Amendment by River Sand (Optional)
	Soil Amendment by River Sand (If Needed):In very high clay content soils, adding River Sand helps to reduce damage to roots through intermittent drying and wetting. Per Tree it can vary from INR 5.00 to 10.00. (If not required assign Zero Cost)
1.8	Chemical Fertilizers (Not essential but recommended)
	Chemical Fertilizers:Not always necessary but basal doze is recommended in initial stages to improve the early growth. Per Tree it can vary from INR 5.00 to 10.00. (If not applied then assign Zero cost)
1.9	OrganicManures / Composts
	Organic Manures / Composts:Very essential to improve the organic matter content. Well decomposed organic manure costs on Per Tree basis can vary from INR 10.00 to 15.00.
1.10	Enriched Compost (For Added Advantage )
	Enriched Compost (If Available):If available then application of enriched compost improves the survival and growth. Per Tree it can vary from INR 5.00 to 10.00. (If not applied assign Zero Cost)
1.11	Natural Pest Control Inputs
	Natural Pest Control Inputs :Fruit trees are more sensitive to pests and diseases. To create long term protection on Per Tree basis (as recommended by expert) it can vary from INR 5.00 to 10.00. If not applied assign Zero Cost)
1.12	Pesticides for Termite Control
	Pesticides for Termite Control :Large land areas in arid and semi arid regions are heavily infested by Termite. Direct chemical control measures are required. Per Tree it can vary from INR 5.00 to 10.00. (If not applied then assign Zero cost)
1.13	Innovative Tree Watering Tools
	Innovative Tree Watering Tools :In some very hot and dry climate conditions the earthen pots / discarded plastic bottles are placed along the plant to provide continuous watering. Per Tree it can vary from INR 10.00 to 20.00. This is small cost as compared to benefit.
1.14	Mulching by Plastic Sheets (For Added Advantage)
	Mulching by Plastic Sheets (For Added Advantage):In arid and semiarid conditions and water scarce areas the Plastic Mulching Sheets are placed. Per Tree it can vary from INR 10.00 to 20.00.
1.15	Mulching by Recycled Plastic Clothe Felts. (Better choice between the two)
	Mulching by Recycled Plastic Clothe Felts. (Highly recommended Innovative Choice):This is a new innovation that allows air and water to pass through felt clothe and has very long life. Per Tree it can vary from INR 20.00 to 40.00. Here we are adding only INR 10.00 per tree as additional cost.
1.16	Mulching by Dry Leafy Material/s (Local Solution)
	Mulching by Dry Leafy Material/s (Important Local Solution):The fruit tree pit should be covered by dry leaves below the plastic mulching sheet to protect it from heat stress and water evaporation. Per Tree cost - INR 3.00 to 5.00.(Generally Dry banana leaf from fruit market is best option)
1.17	Hand Tools - Shovels, Buckets, Diggers etc
	Hand Tools - Shovels, Buckets, Diggers etc :Most farmers have hand tools that are like consumables. Maximum costs for any new addition can be about INR 600.00 for 40 Tree Project it can be allocated at 15.00 Per Tree
1.18	Watering Cans & Hose Pipes
	Watering Cans & Hose Pipes :Most farms need at least one set of watering cans and hose pipes. If needed extra then maximum INR 700.00 per site is required. For 70 tree project for each tree it works out to INR 10.00 per Tree
	Total Amount for all Materials as above
	Material Cost for One Tree
	Note:All possible cost items and range of costs according to technical recommendations have been provided for Fruit Tree Plantation. User can assign new values as applicable to them and as many times as they want and check the overall costs.

Part 2 - Labour & Machine Operation Cost/s
The Costs are Calculated on Per Tree Basis
Skilled & Unskilled Labour and Machine Use
Unit Cost/s for 70 Fruit Tree Plantation Project applicable for both self hired labor and or work done on contract basis
Choose Relevant Cost Items and Applicable Costs to Your Project/s
S. No	Work/Item/Activity	Hello Kisan Cost/s	Actual / Proposed	Units / Numbers	Total Item Amount
2.1	Land Preparation by Clearing & Removal of Vegetation. (Optional)
	Land Preparation by Clearing and Removal of Vegetation. (Optional):Most farm sites are clean but if infested with weeds. That requires clearing. Costs are assigned either on project site basis or per tree basis. For 70 Trees about 1000 Square Meter Land is covered. on Per Tree basis it can go up to INR 5.00. (Valid for hired labor and or contract basis)
2.2	Land Preparation by Removal of Debris (If Needed)
	Land Preparation by Removal of Debris (If Needed):Few Farm sites may have some kinds of debris / boulders / rubbish etc that needs removal. Applying same logic on per tree basis it can go up to INR 5.00 (If not paid separately then assign Zero cost)
2.3	Land Preparation - Leveling (Optional)
	Land Preparation by Leveling (Optional):Some sites have extreme slopes and undulation/s that requires location specific leveling. Can go up to INR 5.00 Per Tree. (if not required then assign Zero cost)
2.4	Land Preparation - Pathways (May Not be Needed)
	Land Preparation Pathways (May Not be Needed):Mostly not required but If tree sites are not easily accessible for man and transport then Pathways are created. Cost can go up to INR 5.00 per tree basis (If not required assign Zero Cost)
2.5	Preparing the Soil Mix for filling the pit. (Mostly Not Needed)
	Preparing the Soil for filling the pit before Planting (Mostly Not Needed):Sometimes the whole site needs ploughing / tilling for filed preparation.
2.6	Pit Digging - Labor or Machine or both combined
	Pit Digging - Labor or Machine or both combined :Depending on the local availability and fruit tree species the size of pit is decided by experts. For per plant it can vary from INR 30.00 to 50.00 per pit/tree cost is incurred (Do not need to dig very big pits)
2.7	Material Preparation - Soil, Manure, Pesticides etc
	Material Preparation by Mixing Soil, Manure, Pesticides etc:All the materials are required to be mixed in pre-determined proportion and carried to the pit site. Due to high volume on Per Tree basis it can be from INR 5.00 to 10.00.
2.8	Fruit Tree Transport - Shifting of Sapling to Pits
	Fruit Tree Transport - Shifting of Sapling to Pits:Mostly done by labor due to small numbers. For per Tree it can vary from INR 3.00 to 5.00.
2.9	Planting / Transferring Sapling to Soil
	Planting /Transferring Tree Sapling to Soil / Pit:Skilled worker is needs. For one tree it can vary from INR 15.00 to 20.00.
2.10	Pit / Water Basin Formation
	Pit / Water Basin Formation:Water Basin Formation is extremely important to hold water for fruit trees. For per Tree it can vary from INR 10.00 to 15.00.
2.11	Watering Before Planting
	Watering Before Planting:In arid and semi arid climate it is advisable to fill the pit with water to improve the survival. For per Tree it can vary from INR 3.00 to 5.00 by tankers. (If drip system is being installed then this cost shall be about INR 2.00 Per tree towards operator costs)
2.12	Watering during Planting
	Watering during Planting:Needs to fill all soil pores so that air movement is restricted. For per Tree it can vary from INR 3.00 to 6.00 by Tankers. By pipe it can be about INR 2.00 Per tree for operator.
2.13	Watering after Planting
	Watering after Planting:Immediately post planting at least 2-3 watering should be included in the plantation task itself. For per Tree it can vary from INR 9.00 to 15.00 by Tankers and by pipe it can be about INR 6.00 per tree
	Total Labor and Machine Operation Amount
	Total Per Tree cost
	Note:The separate Labor & Machine Operations Costs Assessment is a major innovation. These costs are becoming important. Visitors are encouraged to assign the suitable costs and check the impact on final costs, It may surprise them also..! If some compone

Part 3 - Post Plantation Care Cost/s
The Costs are Calculated on Per Tree Basis
Regular Watering, Pest Control, Nutrition, Pruning Etc The Costs are assigned for Three & Half Years Period that is when the Fruiting is expected to begin
Unit Cost/s Recommended on 70 Fruit Tree Plantation Project Basis
Choose Relevant Cost Items and Applicable Costs to Your Project/s
SNO	Consideration for Cost/s	Hello Kisan Cost/s	Your Editable Cost/s	Units - Numbers	Total Item Amount
3.1	Watering from Own Source through drip and or hose pipe.
	Watering from Own Source :About 40-50 Waterings are required per year for good establishment of a Fruit Tree. For each tree about INR 1.00 per plant per watering by drip system and / or hose pipe is budgeted. Total estimate varies between INR 150 to 250 per Tree over three and half years period. (Not recommended through tankers)
3.2	Weeding Operations By Manual / Weeding Machine
	Weeding Operations By Manual / Weeding Machine:Less requirement due to mulching protection. Low cost petrol operated machine can do about 70 trees per day. Can cost total INR 7.00 to 10.00 per tree per weeding. 3 times per year and about 10 till fruiting are required.
3.3	Regular Fertilizer and Manuring - Soil Applications
	Regular Fertilizer and Manuring - Soil Applications :As per Expert advice at least 3 Manure Applications per year for three years are made till fruiting of Trees. Each application costs about Rs 5.00 so total for three years it is INR 50.00 to 70.00 per tree.
3.4	Foliar Fertilizer Application
	Foliar Fertilizer Application :Following the expert advice, 3-5 foliar fertilizer applications are made per year. Each costs INR 5.00 application so total 50 per tree is budgeted till fruiting.
3.5	Pest Control-Soil Application
	Pest Control -Soil Application:As per Expert advice, 2-3 Applications are made each year. Each application can cost INR 5.00 and Total INR 30.00 is budgeted till fruiting.
3.6	Pest Control - Foliar Application
	Pest Control - Foliar Application:As per Expert advice 2-3 Applications are required. each application costs INR 5.00 total INR 30.00 is budgeted till fruiting
3.7	Intercultural Operation for Soil Loosening
	Intercultural Operation for Soil Loosening :Less requirements due to mulching. However to be done by hand held power machine. Can cost total INR 5.00 per application. In all 6 applications are required till fruiting.
3.8	Trimming and Pruning
	Trimming and Pruning:as per Expert advice about 2 times trimming and Pruning is required each year. Each time costs about INR 5.00. So total 6 times till fruiting.
3.9	Replacement Planting
	Replacement Planting :About 20 % tree saplings are required to be replaced during Post Planting care Period. On per tree basis it works about to INR 20.00. Mostly done during weeding, loosening of soil etc
3.10	Repeat mulching by Dry Leaf
	Repeat mulching by Dry Leaf :If earlier mulching by dry leaf is done, then it needs 1-2 repeat applications per year. About INR 3.00 per application is the cost. Total 5 till fruiting is required Thus need budget of 15.00 per tree.
3.12	Extreme Weather Protection - Cold Wave
	Extreme Weather Protection - Cold Wave :Advance watering and grass protection is required. At least one incident happens each year in northern India. Increased water frequency during winter, leaf and plastic felt clothe mulching is good protection. Still can budget INR 10.00 till fruiting.
3.13	Extreme Weather Protection - Hail Storm
	Extreme Weather Protection - Hail Storm:Vegetative canopy cover is required. Can cost up INR 5.00 to 10 per plant in a year. (If not required assign Zero cost)
3.14	Extreme Weather Protection - Heat Wave
	Extreme Weather Protection - Heat Wave :Regular watering and grass protection is required. At least one spell happens each year in northern India. Increased water frequency during heat wave conditions, leaf and plastic felt clothe mulching is good protection. Still can budget INR 10.00 till fruiting.
	Total Plant Costs
	Total Per Plant cost
	Note:This is a unique section that gives post planting cost's estimate till trees begin to fruit. Farmers, Land Owners, Visitors to this site are encouraged to assign the suitable costs and check the impact on final costs, It may be an eye opener...!

Final Summary
Cost Breakdown
Cost Category	Total	Unit/Number	Cost/Unit
Part 1 - Material Cost/s	13440	70	192.00
Part 2 - Labour & Machine Operation Cost/s	7560	70	108.00
Part 3 - Post Plantation Care Cost/s	35700	70	510.00
Total	56700	70	810

This Tree Plantation Tool Kit - Cost Calculator is Useful for Fruit Trees by Farmers...

All kinds of farmers including absentee / investor land owners can plant fruit trees now. The Technology and cost calculator is suitable for 50 to 100 Fruit trees. Here you can try as many permutations and combinations by changing amount and numbers to arrive at full cost details in an instant.

Note: Here Hello Kisan has recommended very robust technology options with reasonably verified costs suitable to wide range of conditions and almost all local species and varieties of fruit trees. The costs may vary for some exotic fruits that can be self imputed by visitors / readers / farmers.

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Final Summary

Cost Breakdown