Farmers in Dhading Prepare to Clear Marigold Fields for New Crops

Dhading. Farmers in Dhunibeshi Municipality-2 of Dhading are currently preparing to clear the marigold flower fields planted in Magh and Chaitra. As the season for paddy and various vegetable cultivation is about to begin, they are preparing to conclude flower cultivation and plant new crops.

According to the farmers, although the demand and price for marigold flowers are high during the Dashain-Tihar season, the price has significantly decreased in the off-season. Farmers say they are forced to sell marigold flowers for Rs 50 per kilo, which used to sell for up to Rs 150 per kilo during festivals.