Popular Name: Burley
- Usage: Mainly used in cigarette manufacturing as a blending tobacco in small quantities.
- Area Under Cultivation: 900+ hectares
- Soil Type: Sandy to sandy loam
- Crop Season: March to October
Chemical Composition
- Nicotine: 2.5%
- Reducing Sugar: 4.5%
- Chloride: 0.001%
Production Regulation
Production is regulated according to the demand of tobacco companies. Crop size is finalized after the official demand forecast is announced.
Grower Practices
Growers manage their own nurseries, construct conventional curing sheds, and carry out the curing process themselves.
Crop Prospects
Burley tobacco is valued for its blending properties and is used selectively by tobacco companies in cigarette production.
Grower Support
A dedicated Research Station provides growers with training, technical guidance, and demonstrations of the latest Burley tobacco cultivation practices.