Summary: In Finucane’s Rent Report for Jessore, it is mentioned that the average price of rice in Jessore during the years 1790, 1791, and 1792 was 40 seers per rupee, but due to a famine in 1792, the price increased to 245 seers per rupee. The report emphasizes the importance of considering the expenses of cultivation, including the feed and keep of the ryots, in determining rent enhancements. The zemindars are advised to adhere to the principle of proportion laid down by the High Court to ensure fair treatment of the ryots. The report also addresses issues related to rent recovery, sub-letting by occupancy ryots, and the transferability of occupancy rights. It highlights the need for a balanced approach that protects the rights of both landlords and ryots. Concerns are raised about the potential negative consequences of unrestricted sale of ryoti holdings, cautioning against the exploitation of poor agriculturalists by middlemen. The report underscores the importance of maintaining a harmonious relationship between landlords and ryots to ensure sustainable agricultural practices and economic stability.