Jute

About Jute Crop:

• The Jute crop is the second most important fibre crop in India after cotton.
• It is a crop of humid tropical climates.
• Required Climatic Conditions:
  • Climate: Relative humidity between 40-90%.
  • Soil: It can grow in wide range of soil but fertile loamy alluvial soil is better suitable.
  • Temperature: Between 17° C and 41°C
  • Rain: It requires well distributed rainfall over 1200 mm which is ideal for cultivation and growth of jute.
  • Generally sown in February and harvested in October; the crop matures in 8–10 months.
• Jute Distribution in India:
  • Over 99% of India’s jute is produced in five states including West Bengal, Bihar, Assam, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh.
  • West Bengal (81% share), Bihar, Assam, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh (delta regions are important contributors)
• Uses: It is used in multiple ways like for making ropes, gunny bags, rugs, carpets, tarpaulins and many other products.