Mushroom Output Jumps to 3.48 Lakh Tonnes; Bihar Emerges as Hub
Why in the news
Mushroom farming has grown very fast in India over nine years, with Bihar rising as a key centre, though structural problems persist.
Key facts
- Output: 51,000 tonnes (2015) to nearly 3.48 lakh tonnes (2024).
- Growth rate: 23.76% CAGR.
- India ranks third in the world, with a global share of only about 0.7%.
- Bihar is a rising production hub.
Growth snapshot
| Year | Production |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 51,000 tonnes |
| 2024 | About 3.48 lakh tonnes |
Concerns
- Short shelf life of the produce.
- Weak market linkages.
- Production instability.
Exam angle
- Rank: world’s third-largest producer; global share about 0.7%.
- Growth: 23.76% CAGR between 2015 and 2024.
- State in focus: Bihar.