Cotton Profit per Acre Calculator
Estimate profit on seed cotton (phutti). Price is per 40 kg maund of phutti, and pest-control costs are a big share of the total.
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Results are estimates for planning. Actual figures depend on local conditions, prices and quotes — verify before making decisions.
About this calculator
Every value is pre-filled with an example and can be changed. Add land rent (theka) if you farm on leased land, and by-product income if you sell straw or stalks.
Formula
Revenue = Area × Yield (maund/acre) × Price (PKR/maund) + By-product income
Total cost = Area × (Seed + Fertilizer + Sprays + Labour + Irrigation + Other + Rent)
Profit = Revenue − Total cost
Break-even price = (Total cost − By-product income) ÷ Production
The break-even price tells you the lowest grain price at which you would not lose money.
Examples
1 acre, default values
Estimated profit: Rs 56,000 on 1 acre (Rs 56,000 per acre)
10 acres at default values
Estimated profit: Rs 560,000 (5.6 lakh) on 10 acre (Rs 56,000 per acre)
Reference table
| Item | PKR per acre |
|---|---|
| Seed | Rs 6,000 |
| Fertilizer | Rs 45,000 |
| Pesticides / sprays | Rs 25,000 |
| Labour & machinery | Rs 30,000 |
| Irrigation | Rs 15,000 |
| Other | Rs 10,000 |
| Total (excl. rent) | Rs 131,000 |
Important information
- Cotton prices vary with lint quality, trash and moisture. Pink bollworm and whitefly pressure can change spray costs a lot from year to year.
- All outputs are estimates for planning. Real results depend on variety, sowing date, soil, water, weather, pests and management.
- Default prices and costs are examples only — replace them with this season's prices from your local market and dealers.
- 1 maund = 40 kg. Areas can be entered in acres, kanal (1/8 acre) or hectares.
Frequently asked questions
What is phutti?
Seed cotton — cotton as picked, before ginning separates lint from seed. Farmers sell phutti by the maund.
How much does picking cost?
Picking is often paid per maund picked. Include it under labour.
What is a break-even price?
The price per maund at which your income exactly covers your costs. If the market price is below it, you make a loss at your expected yield.
Should I include my own family's labour?
For a true picture of profitability, yes — value family labour at what you would pay hired labour.
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