Agro-Climatic
- Season: All season crop
- Temperature: 20–30°C optimum
- Soil: All soil types with good drainage
- pH: 6.5–7.5 ideal
Seed & Sowing
- Seed Rate: 6–8 kg/Acre
- Row to Row: 25–30 cm
- Plant to Plant: 5 cm
- Sowing Time: Year-round (Best: Sep–Oct, Feb–Apr)
- Method: Line sowing preferred
Irrigation
- First irrigation: Immediately after sowing
- Summer: Every 4–6 days
- Winter: Every 10–12 days
Harvesting & Yield
- First Cutting: 25–30 days after sowing
- Subsequent Cuts: Every 15–20 days
- Average Yield: 80–100 quintals/ha (green leaves)
Land Preparation
- Carry out deep ploughing followed by 2–3 harrowings.
- Ensure well-drained field and fine tilth.
- Avoid water stagnation for healthy crop growth.
Manure & Fertilizer Application
Apply well-decomposed FYM @ 7–8 tons per acre and mix thoroughly in soil.
| Stage | Nitrogen (N) kg/acre | Phosphorus (P) kg/acre | Potassium (K) kg/acre |
|---|---|---|---|
| First dose at sowing | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| Second dose (15–20 days) | 25 | 00 | 00 |
Apply ANTIFROT (Trichoderma) @ 1 kg/acre and CROPCARE granules @ 5 kg/acre during land preparation.
Weed Management
- Keep field weed-free during early growth stages.
- Use Pyrazone @ 1.0–1.2 kg per acre as pre-emergence herbicide.
Plant Protection
Common Pests
- Aphids: Spray Imidacloprid 200 SL @ 0.5 ml/L water
- General pests: Spray Acetamiprid @ 0.5 ml/L water
Common Diseases
- Cercospora Leaf Spot: Spray Mancozeb 75% WP @ 2.5 g/L water
- Leaf Rust: Spray Carbendazim 50% WP @ 1.5 g/L water
Additional Practices
- Foliar Spray: Spray Multi-K @ 1 kg per acre during leafy stage.
- Irrigation: First irrigation immediately after sowing.
- Summer: every 4–6 days; Winter: every 10–12 days.
- Harvesting: First cutting after 25–30 days of sowing.
Disclaimer:
The information provided is based on field observations and trial data. Results may vary
depending on soil type,
climate, season, and crop management practices. Farmers are advised to follow recommended
agricultural practices
for best yield.