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Abstract

This study analyzed the economic aspects of mustard production in District Mirpurkhas, Sindh. The research aimed to assess the current status of mustard area, production, and yield, identify production practices and challenges faced by farmers, and evaluate the cost-benefit ratio of mustard cultivation. Primary data were collected through a structured questionnaire from 120 randomly selected mustard growers using simple random sampling. The results showed that most farmers were young, had small to medium farm sizes, and faced issues such as high input costs, lack of quality seeds, pest attacks, and unfavorable market prices. The cost of mustard production per acre was calculated as Rs. 62,242, while the average revenue was Rs. 92,215, resulting in a net profit of Rs. 22,973 per acre. The input-output ratio was found to be 1.48, indicating a profitable enterprise. Despite profitability, the mustard growers faced significant challenges that need to be addressed through improved access to quality inputs, technical training, better market facilities, and supportive government policies. The study concluded that enhancing mustard production could play a crucial role in reducing Pakistan’s dependency on imported edible oils and improving the livelihood of rural farmers