In today’s busy life, everyone is tired of their job and wants to start their own business. But the real difficulty comes when one has to think about which business to start at a low cost. If you also have the same question in your mind, then there is no need to worry now. Today, we will tell you about such a business idea that you can start from your home at a very low cost and earn a good income. This business is in the making of pickles.
Why is the pickle business profitable?
Pickles are an essential part of every Indian thali. Whether it is mango, lemon, or chilli, its demand remains in every season and in every house. This is the reason why it is very easy to start it with less capital and gradually take it to a large level. This is a work that can be started from any small part of the house, such as a balcony, terrace, or storage room. For this, you will not need any expensive showroom or big factory.
Cost and profit math
If you want to start this business on a small scale, you can start work with an investment of ₹10,000 to ₹15,000. This cost will include your raw materials (mango, lemon, chilli, etc.), spices, oil, glass jars, packaging material, and other necessary items.
According to experts, if you invest ₹10,000, you can earn a net profit of ₹3,000 to ₹7,000 every month. This profit can increase from ₹7,000 to ₹13,000 on an investment of ₹15,000. As your customers increase and your brand name is built, this earning can also increase to ₹20,000 to ₹40,000.
Profit per jar
Let us understand with an example how much profit you can make on a jar. Suppose you make half a kilo of mango pickle. Its cost can range between ₹35 and ₹45. You can sell this pickle in the market for ₹80 to ₹100. This means that you can get a direct profit of 40% to 60% on one jar.
Importance of marketing
Just making a pickle is not enough; correct marketing is also very important. Initially, contact your nearest shopkeepers and give them your product. Give samples to neighbors and friends and take their opinion. Social media is the biggest weapon in today’s time. You can reach customers directly by creating your page on WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram.
This business gains momentum slowly. Earnings may be low in the first 2-3 months, but as your network and demand increase, your earnings can reach ₹15,000 to ₹30,000 per month. This way, you can earn ₹1.2 to ₹3 lakh a year.