economy
March 1, 2026
A SEEDLING COSTS 200 DINARS, INCOME IS 1.5 MILLION ANNUALLY! Whoever planted this plant did not regret it!
At a time when farmers are increasingly looking for alternative and profitable crops, hawthorn stands out as a plant with serious economic potential, especially on the domestic market.
TL;DR
- Hawthorn is a valuable crop with significant economic potential for Serbian farmers.
- It is sought after by the pharmaceutical and herbal industries for its medicinal properties, especially for heart and vascular health.
- Seedling costs range from 200 to 400 dinars, with 3,000 to 4,000 plants fitting on one hectare.
- The first harvest is available after three years, with full potential reached between years 5 and 6, yielding 3 to 5 tons per hectare.
- Annual income can reach up to 1.5 million dinars based on purchase prices of 150 to 300 dinars per kilogram.
- Hawthorn also serves as a natural fence due to its dense, thorny branches.
- It requires minimal investment and maintenance, thriving in sunny locations with well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
- Fruits are harvested in the fall when they turn red and develop a sweet-sour taste.
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