Jute Crop Latest News
Recently, the government has reduced Jute Stock Limits for Raw Jute Traders and Balers to zero.
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.
- It is used in multiple ways like for making ropes, gunny bags, rugs, carpets, tarpaulins and many other products.
Required Climatic Conditions for Jute Crop
- Climate: Relative humidity between 40-90%.
- Soil: It can grow in a 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).
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Last updated on April, 2026
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