Industrial Crops Unit - 1

Unit 1: Introduction to Industrial corps:
• Definition of commercial: Commercial crops are plants

grown for the purpose of selling or trading on large
scale with the purpose of generating income.
• These crops are grown often by farmers or
agribusinesses, with the goal of generating a profit.
• They can be grown for a variety of purposes, including
as food sources, raw materials for manufacturing, or as
cash crops.
. The specific commercial crops grown in a region are
often determined by local market demands and climate
conditions.
Industrial crops
• Industrial crops are a type of crops that are not grown
for directly sell in the market for food purposes but
need to be processed prior to consumption,
• such as the production of raw materials used in various
industrial processes and manufacturing, crops used to
produce jam, jelly and other industrial products.
• These crops are grown specifically for their industrial
applications, rather than selling directly for human
consumption.
• One of the main uses of industrial crops is the
production of fibres, such as cotton and jute, which are
used in the manufacture of textiles and clothing.
Importance of Industrial crops
1.Encouraging Improvement in Local Infrastructure
Commercial farming helps an area or country to establish or improve the
infrastructure of the area, such as roads and electricity.
2. Employment Generation
Commercial farming is a source of jobs for persons living within the area.
Commercial farming needs a huge number of human forces, both technical
and non-technical.
3. Lowering the Price of Products

Commercial farming decreases the price of agricultural products as in
commercial farming, crops are grown own in huge quantities which reduces
the production and administrative costs
.
4. Increase Production and Enhance Food Security
Commercial farming mechanizes operations and controls
diseases and pests enabling the farm to produce more
which helping increase the national stock of food
products.
5. Provision of Raw Materials for Agribusiness

Manufacturing Companies
Commercial farming avails more raw materials to feed the
local manufacture of agricultural by-products and that
depends agricultural products for running the industry.
• For instance, the manufacture of juices is enabled by the farmin of
fruits such as pineapples, mangoes and oranges i commercial
quantities. Coffee and cocoa farming also serves th confectionery
industries.
• 6. Lowering the Cost of Production

• Since farmers employ more efficient methods of production like th
use of harvesters, ploughs, harrowers, and planters, the operations
o the commercial farmer become cheaper in the long run.
• 7. Foreign Currency Earner

• Commercial farming helps countries earn a high foreign exchange.
For instance, in West Africa, cocoa and coffe exports have earned
foreign exchange,
Global and National Distribution of
Industrial Crops
• Global Distribution of Industrial Crops (2020)
• Global Distribution of Sugarcane
Country % of world
Brazil 33.00
India 22.82
China 6.83
• Global Distribution of Tea

Country Production (in million tonnes)
China 2.97
India 1.2
Kenya 0.43
• Global Distribution of Coffee
Country Production ( metric tons)
Brazil 2,652,000
Vietnam 1,650,000
Colombia 810,000
• Global Distribution of Jute

• Country Production in tonnes
India 1,807,264
Bangladesh 804,520
China 36,510
National Distribution of Industrial Crops
• Sugarcane
• Province 1
I. Sunsari
II. Morang
III. Jhapa
Province 2
I. Sarlahi
II. Rauthat
III. Mahottari
• Bagmati
I. Chitwan
II. Dhading
Gandaki
I. Nawalparasi East
II. Gorkha
III. Syangja
• Lumbini
i. Nawalparasi West
ii. Kapilvastu
iii. Rupandehi
Karnali
Salyan
Sudurpaschim
I. Kanchanpur
II. Baitadi
III. Kailali
Scope of Industrial Crops
• Raw Materials for Industries:
– Textile Industry: Cotton is a primary industrial crop used in the textile
industry for the production of fabrics and clothing.
– Bioenergy Industry: Crops such as sugarcane, corn, and oilseeds play a
crucial role in bioenergy production, including biofuels and biodiesel.
• Bio-Based Products:
– Bioplastics: Industrial crops, including corn and sugarcane, are utilized
in the production of bioplastics, providing a renewable and more
environmentally friendly alternative to traditional petroleum-based
plastics.
– Biochemicals: Certain industrial crops serve as sources for bioactive
compounds used in the production of biochemicals, pharmaceuticals,
and cosmetics.
• .
• Renewable Energy:
– Biomass Energy: Dedicated energy crops like
switchgrass and miscanthus are grown for
biomass energy, contributing to renewable energy
sources and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
– Biodiesel Production: Oilseeds, such as soybeans,
canola, and sunflowers, are used in the
production of biodiesel, promoting sustainable
alternatives in the transportation sector.
• Sustainable Agriculture:
– Cover Crops: Some industrial crops, like legumes, are used as
cover crops to improve soil health, prevent erosion, and fix
nitrogen, reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers.
– Crop Rotation: Integrating industrial crops into crop rotation
systems contributes to sustainable agriculture by diversifying
plant species and breaking pest cycles.
• Economic Impact:
– Income Generation: Industrial crops often serve as cash crops,
providing income to farmers and supporting rural economies.
– Employment Opportunities: The cultivation, processing, and
marketing of industrial crops create jobs, contributing to both
rural and urban employment
• Global Trade and Market Access:
– Export Opportunities: Many industrial crops are traded
internationally, contributing to global commerce and providing export
opportunities for countries with competitive advantages in
production.
– Market Diversity: A diversified range of industrial crops can help
countries mitigate risks associated with the volatility of commodity
prices.
• Research and Innovation:
– Crop Improvement: Ongoing research focuses on improving industrial
crop varieties for enhanced yields, disease resistance, and adaptability
to different climatic conditions.
– Biotechnological Advances: Biotechnological innovations contribute
to developing genetically modified crops with improved traits,
addressing challenges such as pest resistance and climate resilience.
• Food and Feed Production:
– Oil and Protein Sources: Oilseeds, such as soybeans,
sunflowers, and canola, contribute to cooking oils and protein-
rich meals.
– Animal Feed: Residues and by-products from industrial crops
can serve as valuable components in animal feed, supporting
livestock farming.
• Environmental Stewardship:
– Carbon Sequestration: Perennial industrial crops, like trees or
grasses used for bioenergy, contribute to carbon sequestration,
mitigating the impact of greenhouse gas emissions.
– Biodiversity: Cultivating a variety of industrial crops can
enhance agro-biodiversity and promote more resilient
ecosystems.

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Unit 1: Introduction to Industrial corps:

• Definition of commercial: Commercial crops are plants

3. Lowering the Price of Products

5. Provision of Raw Materials for Agribusiness

• 6. Lowering the Cost of Production

• 7. Foreign Currency Earner

• Global Distribution of Tea

• Global Distribution of Jute

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