Table 7 Cost and benefits of vermicomposting unit’s 200 tons per annum (TPA).
From: Economic feasibility study of organic and conventional fish farming systems of Indian major carps
Sl. no. | Cost and benefit | Amount (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
Year 1 | Year 2 onwards | ||
1. | Total capital cost | 17105.19 | – |
2. | Total operational cost | 2314.61 | 4195.56 |
3. | Total cost | 19419.81 | 4195.56 |
4. | Benefit | ||
4a. | Sale of vermicomposting (200 MT @ 30% conversion) [@USD 65.05/MT at 60% in 1st year and 90% in 2nd year onwards] | 2927.24 | 5854.48 |
4b. | Total benefit | 2927.24 | 5854.48 |
