Mushroom Project Calculators
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Room Size Comparison
Quick overview of all room configurations (6 rooms each)
| Room Size | Bags | Yield/Cycle | Daily | AC | Compost | Investment* | Payback* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18×30 ft | 1,000 | 2,000 kg | 33 kg | 6 TR | 20T | ₹60-68L | 20-24 mo |
18×40 ft | 1,600 | 3,200 kg | 53 kg | 8 TR | 20T | ₹78-85L | 18-22 mo |
18×60 ft | 2,500 | 5,000 kg | 83 kg | 10 TR | 30T | ₹95-105L | 15-18 mo |
18×70 ft★ Best | 3,000 | 6,000 kg | 100 kg | 12 TR | 30T | ₹1.0-1.1Cr | 12-15 mo |
*Estimates: Based on 6-room setup with self-made compost, ₹120/kg market price. Investment includes grow rooms, MS racks, infrastructure & compost unit. Payback assumes continuous production.
Investment & Returns Calculator
Complete investment analysis including grow rooms, infrastructure, MS racks, and optional compost unit
Project Parameters
Configure your mushroom farm setup
Recommended: 6+ rooms for commercial scale
Self-made saves ₹30-40/bag but requires compost unit investment
Civil work, electricity, tractor, water boring, etc.
Winter: ₹70-90/kg | Summer: ₹110-130/kg | Peak: ₹140-160/kg · Default suggested for All India Average: ₹120/kg
Per Kg Operating Cost
Average yield: 2+ kg per bag per cycle. Half rooms produce while the other half incubate (60-day cycle). Costs based on current market rates.
Complete Investment Breakdown
(₹71.27 L)
Total Bags Capacity
9,600
Total Cost/Kg
₹94.5
Production & Revenue
Costs & Profit
ROI Metrics
30
Payback (mo.)
44%
Yearly ROI
22%
Profit Margin
How Market Prices Affect Your Profit
Live analysis for 6 rooms of 18x40 ft | Total Investment: ₹71.3L
Average Market Selling Prices
Winter Season
₹70-90/kg
Summer Season
₹110-130/kg
Peak Demand
₹140-160/kg
Monthly Production
9,600 kg
Monthly Costs
₹9.1L
Detailed Per-Cycle Cost Breakdown
Based on 4,800 bags producing | 9,600 kg yield per cycle
| Cost Component | Rate | Per Cycle | Per Kg Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🌾 Compost Cost (Purchased) | |||
| Compost Bags (4,800 × 10kg bags) | ₹131.6/bag | ₹631,680 | ₹65.8/kg |
| ⚡ Operating Costs (Per Kg of Production) | |||
| Electricity (~0.8-1 unit/kg) | ₹8-10/kg | ₹86,400 | ₹9/kg |
| Labour (picking, packing, maintenance) | ₹7-9/kg | ₹76,800 | ₹8/kg |
| Packaging (boxes, labels, trays) | ₹3-5/kg | ₹38,400 | ₹4/kg |
| Miscellaneous (transport, maintenance) | ₹2-3/kg | ₹24,000 | ₹2.5/kg |
| Subtotal Operating | ₹20-27/kg | ₹225,600 | ₹28.7/kg |
| TOTAL PRODUCTION COST | ₹907,200 | ₹94.5/kg | |
Cost vs Selling Price Analysis
Your Production Cost
₹94.5/kg
Winter Profit
₹-15/kg
Summer Profit
₹26/kg
Peak Profit
₹56/kg
Winter Season
Avg ₹70-90/kg
Summer Season
Avg ₹110-130/kg
Peak Demand
₹140-160/kg
Monthly Profit vs Market Price
Seasonal Pricing Guide
- Winter Season (Oct-Feb): Selling price ₹70-90/kg - Higher natural demand, lower operational costs
- Summer Season (Mar-Sep): Selling price ₹110-130/kg - Lower supply in market, higher prices but higher cooling costs
- Peak Demand (Festivals): Selling price ₹140-160/kg - Weddings, festivals drive premium pricing
- Your Production Cost: Operating ₹28.7/kg + Compost ₹65.8/kg = ₹94.5/kg
When Will Your Farm Become Profitable?
Investment recovery timeline with ₹71.3L total investment
Seasonal Market Selling Prices
Winter Season
₹70-90/kg
Lower prices, higher demand
Summer Season
₹110-130/kg
Higher prices, lower supply
Peak Demand
₹140-160/kg
Festivals, weddings
Your Cost
₹94.5/kg
Production cost
Winter (₹80/kg)
N/A
Summer (₹120/kg)
30 months
(~2.5 years)
Peak (₹150/kg)
14 months
(~1.2 years)
Cumulative Profit Timeline
Track investment recovery over 60 months (5 years)
How to read: The chart shows cumulative profit (total revenue minus total costs minus initial investment) over time. When a line crosses above ₹0, your farm has recovered its initial investment and is generating pure profit. Analysis updates automatically based on your calculator settings.
Investment Components Included
Grow Rooms
Panels + AC + Equipment
MS Racks
Angles + Jali + Labour
Infrastructure
Civil + Electrical + Tractor + More
Compost Unit
Not applicable
Investment Breakdown
Visualize how your investment is distributed across different project components
Total Investment
₹88.80 L
Per Room Average
₹14.80 L
Total Capacity
18,000 bags
₹32.39 L
36.5%
₹23.19 L
26.1%
₹3.75 L
4.2%
₹3.41 L
3.8%
₹25.52 L
28.7%
₹52,800
0.6%
About This Breakdown
Costs are calculated using MushroomWale's transparent pricing model with no hidden charges. Actual costs may vary slightly based on location, site conditions, and current material prices. MS Racks costs shown are optional as many farmers source locally.
Important Notice & Cancellation Rights
Quoted prices are based on material and equipment costs applicable on the quotation date. If verified input costs increase by 5% or more before procurement, MushroomWale may revise or cancel the order in accordance with the EPC agreement. Any applicable refund will be processed under the agreed contract terms.
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This is an estimated cost. Final price may vary based on site and requirements.