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8. Gourmet Garlic
Gourmet garlic can be sold at significantly higher prices than standard varieties, ranging up to $16 per pound compared to 1 to 3 for regular garlic. An acre can produce 10,000 to 12,000 pounds, netting between $160,000 and $192,000.
9. Mushrooms
Mushrooms, particularly oyster varieties, are immensely productive. Typically grown indoors, oyster mushrooms can yield an estimated 300,000 pounds per acre and can fetch around $10 per pound, leading to potential earnings in the millions annually. The barriers to entry include the need for a sterilized environment and consistent management.