Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, Kolkata, April 8, 2025: Farmers across jute-growing regions in West Bengal are increasingly turning to Raja jute, with the growing awareness of its superior benefits driving demand for the ‘Raja NJ-7005’ variety. This surge in interest comes as farmers experience significant profitability, with reports indicating an additional ₹10,000 in earnings per acre for those cultivating this new variety.
The remarkable success of Raja jute has delighted Nuziveedu Seeds, the company behind the development of this high-yield variety. According to the company, the increased earnings are attributed to Raja jute’s ability to produce longer fibers and a consistent yield increase of at least 2 quintals per acre when compared to traditional varieties. Developed in 2020 by Dr. Mohammad Mosiur Rahman, the head scientist at Nuziveedu Seeds’ research division, Raja jute has rapidly transformed the landscape of jute farming in India.
Raja jute offers a combination of cost-effectiveness, higher yields, and better-quality fibers, making it an attractive choice for farmers. The plants grow two feet taller than other varieties, allowing for better yields and thicker bark, which enhances fiber quality. This increased quality and yield are also resulting in more favorable market prices for farmers, further boosting their earnings.
While jute fibers in India are typically shorter than those from Bangladesh, presenting challenges for industrial use, the NJ-7005 Raja jute variety is helping to address this issue by producing longer fibers, thereby meeting the demands of the industry more effectively.
This growing success story highlights the potential of Raja jute in reshaping the future of jute farming, contributing not only to farmers’ income but also to the broader agricultural economy of the region.