Farm Economics

Crop Economics
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Analyze profitability, ROI, and market demand for high-value crops. Make data-driven decisions for your market garden.

Average ROI

470%

Avg Profit/sq ft

$4.99

Top Performer

Lettuce (Mixed Greens)

Crop Profitability Rankings

Compare returns across different crops

#1

Lettuce (Mixed Greens)

Very High Demand 1100% ROI

Revenue/sq ft

$8.00

Net Profit/sq ft

$5.50

Value per lb $8.00
Yield per sq ft 1 lb
Input cost/sq ft $0.50
Shelf life 7 days

Best Sales Channels

Restaurants, CSA, farmers market

Quick succession planting possible, consistent demand

#2

Kale

High Demand 566% ROI

Revenue/sq ft

$6.00

Net Profit/sq ft

$3.40

Value per lb $4.00
Yield per sq ft 1.5 lb
Input cost/sq ft $0.60
Shelf life 14 days

Best Sales Channels

CSA, farmers market, restaurants

Cold hardy, extends season, multiple harvests

#3

Cherry Tomato

Very High Demand 528% ROI

Revenue/sq ft

$15.00

Net Profit/sq ft

$9.25

Value per lb $5.00
Yield per sq ft 3 lb
Input cost/sq ft $1.75
Shelf life 10 days

Best Sales Channels

Farmers market, restaurants, CSA

High yield, popular snacking item

#4

Basil

High Demand 433% ROI

Revenue/sq ft

$6.00

Net Profit/sq ft

$3.25

Value per lb $12.00
Yield per sq ft 0.5 lb
Input cost/sq ft $0.75
Shelf life 5 days

Best Sales Channels

Restaurants, farmers market, specialty stores

Quick turnaround, multiple harvests per season

#5

Tomato (Heirloom)

High Demand 416% ROI

Revenue/sq ft

$11.25

Net Profit/sq ft

$6.25

Value per lb $4.50
Yield per sq ft 2.5 lb
Input cost/sq ft $1.50
Shelf life 7 days

Best Sales Channels

Farmers market, CSA, restaurants

Heirloom varieties command premium prices at farmers markets

#6

Pepper (Specialty)

Medium-High Demand 380% ROI

Revenue/sq ft

$9.00

Net Profit/sq ft

$4.75

Value per lb $6.00
Yield per sq ft 1.5 lb
Input cost/sq ft $1.25
Shelf life 14 days

Best Sales Channels

Farmers market, specialty stores, restaurants

Colored and hot varieties command higher prices

#7

Garlic (Hardneck)

High Demand 175% ROI

Revenue/sq ft

$7.50

Net Profit/sq ft

$3.50

Value per lb $10.00
Yield per sq ft 0.75 lb
Input cost/sq ft $2.00
Shelf life 180 days

Best Sales Channels

Farmers market, CSA, direct sales

Long storage life, scapes are bonus income

#8

Microgreens

High Demand 160% ROI

Revenue/sq ft

$10.00

Net Profit/sq ft

$4.00

Value per lb $25.00
Yield per sq ft 0.4 lb
Input cost/sq ft $2.50
Shelf life 10 days

Best Sales Channels

Restaurants, specialty stores

Year-round production possible, premium prices

Input Cost Reference

Track your farming input costs

Tomato Seeds (Heirloom)

Seeds

Organic
$3.50 per packet

Lettuce Seeds (Mixed)

Seeds

Organic
$8.00 per oz

Basil Seeds

Seeds

Organic
$2.50 per packet

Compost (Bulk)

Soil Amendment

Organic
$35.00 per cubic yard

Worm Castings

Soil Amendment

Organic
$1.50 per lb

Fish Emulsion

Fertilizer

Organic
$18.00 per gallon

Bone Meal

Fertilizer

Organic
$2.00 per lb

Neem Oil

Pest Control

Organic
$15.00 per quart

Diatomaceous Earth

Pest Control

Organic
$8.00 per lb

Row Cover (Lightweight)

Pest Control

Organic
$45.00 per roll

Drip Tape

Infrastructure

$12.00 per 100ft

Tomato Cages

Infrastructure

$4.50 per each

Landscape Fabric

Infrastructure

$65.00 per roll

Straw Bale

Mulch

Organic
$8.00 per bale

Wood Chips

Mulch

$25.00 per cubic yard

Maximizing Farm Profitability

Key strategies for improving your crop economics

Focus on High-Value

Prioritize crops with high ROI and consistent market demand.

Succession Planting

Maximize bed usage with continuous harvests throughout the season.

Direct Sales

Sell directly to capture full retail value through farmers markets and CSAs.

Track Everything

Record labor, inputs, and yields to identify your true profit margins.

Plan Your Profitable Garden

Plant Database

Browse growing requirements for profitable crops.

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Companion Planting

Maximize yields with strategic plant combinations.

Find companions

Season Planning

Schedule plantings for continuous harvest.

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