By khetivyapar
Posted: 07 Nov, 2025 12:00 AM IST Updated Sat, 08 Nov 2025 06:01 AM IST
The rapidly rising demand for Moringa (Drumstick/Sahjan) in urban markets has made it a profitable crop for farmers. Taking this opportunity forward, the National Seeds Corporation (NSC) is providing farmers with high-quality moringa seeds through online platforms, which can be easily purchased via the ONDC digital store.
Why Moringa Farming is a Lucrative Choice:
Moringa is a highly nutritious and medicinal plant, and its cultivation stands out because:
- It delivers high profits at low input cost
- It can be grown successfully on barren or less fertile land
- It requires minimal water and maintenance
- It enjoys year-round demand in the market
Growing health awareness among consumers has further boosted its demand in cities, offering farmers a reliable source of income and better market pricing.
Where and How to Buy Moringa Seeds:
- NSC is selling premium moringa seeds online
- Farmers can place orders through the ONDC platform
- Seeds and saplings of other crops are also available
- Home delivery service is provided for added convenience
Key Features of the ‘Farm Sona’ Variety:
- Up to 4 years of continuous yield once planted
- Flowering begins within 90–100 days
- Pods grow 45 to 75 cm long
- Up to 4 harvests per year
Price Details:
- 10-gram seed packet available at just ₹34, with a 15% discount
- Can be purchased directly from the official NSC website
Moringa Planting Method - Step by Step:
- Clear the field thoroughly and remove weeds
- Prepare pits of 45 × 45 × 45 cm at a spacing of 2.5 × 2.5 meters
- Mix 10–15 kg of well-decomposed cow dung (FYM) with topsoil and fill the pits
- Plant seeds or healthy saplings in the prepared pits