Vol. 8, Special Issue 2, Part E (2024)

Abstract: The primary objective of this research paper is to conduct a thorough economic assessment of a poplar nursery situated in the Nanauta District of Saharanpur, located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. Poplar nurseries serve as critical components of the forestry sector, playing a pivotal role in the provision of high-quality planting material essential for various purposes such as afforestation, timber production, and environmental conservation. This study encompasses a comprehensive analysis of the economic viability and financial performance of the aforementioned nursery, while also assessing its overall contribution to the local economy. The data utilized in this analysis spans a period of five years, providing a robust foundation for evaluating the long-term sustainability and profitability of the nursery operations. The findings of the study reveal that the cost-benefit ratio, a key metric used to assess economic profitability, stands at 1.25. This positive value indicates that the project yields a favorable return on investment, thereby indicating profitability over the five-year period. However, it's noteworthy that the profitability of the project is contingent upon the effective management and control of factors such as the production of Poplar Entire Transplanting Plants (ETPs) in the face of challenges posed by insect pests and diseases.