Cultivation of Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) in Madhya Pradesh
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Department of Horticulture and Food Processing MP (India)
Article Information
DOI: 10.51244/IJRSI.2025.1210000019
Subject Category: Environment
Volume/Issue: 12/10 | Page No: 177-181
Publication Timeline
Submitted: 2025-10-06
Accepted: 2025-10-14
Published: 2025-10-28
Abstract
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a key component of Ayurvedic medicine and is seeing rising demand in India and internationally. This paper reviews agronomic practices, agro-climatic suitability, crop management, economic viability, and post-harvest handling in Madhya Pradesh. Drawing on local agro-ecological conditions, it offers practical recommendations for farmers and policymakers to improve yield, quality, and profitability while supporting sustainable agriculture.
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Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a key component
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1. • Comparative varietal trials across MP agro-ecologies for yield and withanolide content. [Google Scholar] [Crossref]
2. • Long-term impacts of organic vs. conventional nutrient regimes on root quality. [Google Scholar] [Crossref]
3. • Cost-benefit analysis of drip-irrigation and value-addition models for smallholder groups. [Google Scholar] [Crossref]
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