India, Feb. 10 -- Ferozepur district is witnessing a significant shift in agricultural practices as farmers are increasingly replacing traditional wheat cultivation with chilli farming.

This diversification is proving to be a profitable alternative, with chilli producers earning between Rs.1 lakh and Rs.4 lakh per acre, compared to Rs.45,000 to Rs.50,000 per acre from wheat cultivation.

According to provisional estimates from the state horticulture authority, nearly 12,000 acres have been dedicated to chilli cultivation in the 2024-25 rabi season. The district is emerging as a major hub for chilli production, with farmers collectively producing over 20,000 tonnes of green and red chillies.

According to Ferozepur district horticulture o...