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In Islamic law, Zakat on agricultural produce becomes obligatory once the crop reaches a minimum threshold known as Nisab. For crops measured as five Wisk, this minimum is equivalent to 50 kilograms. When a farmer’s harvest reaches this amount, Zakat must be paid at a fixed rate dependZakat on crops is one of the primary forms of Zakat in Islam, aimed at helping the poor and needy, and promoting social justice and wealth distribution. The concept of Nisab ensures that only those who have a sufficient surplus are required to pay, protecting farmers from undue hardship.

Understanding the minimum crop requirement is essential for Muslims engaged in agriculture. It ensures compliance with Shariah, helps maintain community welfare, and reinforces the principle of sharing blessings. Farmers must calculate the total harvest in kilograms or its equivalent to determine the Zakat liability accurately.

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  Minimum crop produce for Zakat (five Wisk) is 50 kilograms.

  
  


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  Zakat is obligatory only if the produce reaches Nisab.

  
  


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  5% Zakat is due on naturally irrigated crops, 10% on artificially irrigated crops.

  
  


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  Helps in supporting the poor, needy, and community welfare.

  
  


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  Nisab ensures only surplus produce is liable for Zakat.

  
  


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  Accurate calculation of harvest is necessary for compliance with Shariah.