Growing Cacao Beans in India
Can you grow Cacao Beans in India? Well suited. Season ~27.9°C, rainfall ~1291 mm, winter low ~10.1°C. Soil, climate and ROI data.
Decision snapshot
Regional screening evidenceScreening answer: Well suited
Scope: This page assesses agronomic suitability. It does not determine whether cultivation is legal. Check current national, state, and local rules before planting.
- Observed region
- India
- Climate window
- Open-Meteo archive, 2021–2023 daily data
- Resolution
- Representative regional centroid, not a field survey
Assumptions, fit-shortfall, and next checks
A representative centroid and regional climate window cannot establish parcel soil, water access, elevation, infrastructure, labour, contracts, or local farm-gate economics. Use this page to identify the next question, then verify local evidence before committing capital.
Market Demand — Cacao Beans
Global consumption & trade · FAO 2010–2023Is Cacao Beans viable in India?
Cacao Beans is well suited to India: growing-season temperatures (~27.9°C) and rainfall (~1291 mm) fall within its 21–32°C range. Cacao Beans (Fruits & Stimulants, perennial) performs best around 21 - 32 °C with a seasonal water requirement of 1500 mm / season. Run a coordinate-level audit for mapped field-level estimates and local risk context.
Growing Cacao Beans in India: what to expect
Rainfall in India (~1291 mm/yr) roughly matches Cacao Beans's ~1500 mm need, so a normal year needs little supplemental water. Winter lows near 10.1°C are marginal for Cacao Beans; young trees may need frost protection for their first few winters. Cacao Beans can be established year-round in India's frost-free climate, ideally at the start of the wet season.
Soil and climate requirements for Cacao Beans
Compare mapped conditions for a selected field with the crop-profile requirements below before making a planting decision.
| Parameter | Cacao Beans Requirement |
|---|---|
| Soil pH | 6.2 - 6.6 |
| Water Requirement | 1500 mm / season |
| Optimal Temperature | 21 - 32 °C |
| Waterlogging Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Nitrogen Demand | Moderate |
Reference yield and price range
The figures below are crop-profile reference values, not a field-specific yield or profit forecast. Local costs, grade, packout and buyer terms still need to be entered or verified.
| Metric | Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| Reference yield per hectare | 0.55 t/ha |
| Reference yield per acre | 0.22 t/acre |
| Market Price | $2,800 - $6,300 / t |
| Estimated Gross Revenue | $2,502 / Hectare |
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