Agro-Climatic
- Season: Kharif & Summer
- Temperature: 20–30°C
- Soil: Well-drained fertile soil
- Climate: Warm & dry conditions
Seed & Sowing
- Seed Rate: 2–2.5 kg/Acre
- Spacing: 60–75 × 20–25 cm
- Sowing Time: Feb–July
- Method: Direct sowing
Irrigation
- Regular irrigation at 10–15 day interval
- Avoid water stagnation
- Critical during flowering & fruiting
Harvesting & Yield
- Harvest when fruits are tender
- Regular picking improves yield
- Good yield with proper management
Land Preparation
- Use well-drained fertile soil with pH 6.0–7.5.
- Apply 15–20 tons well-decomposed FYM at field preparation.
- Ensure proper sunlight and drainage.
Manure & Fertilizer Application
| Stage | N | P | K |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field preparation | 50 | 100 | 100 |
| 20 days after transplanting | 50 | 0 | 0 |
| Before flowering | 50 | 0 | 0 |
| After first weeding | 50 | 0 | 0 |
Weed Management
- Frequent hoeing and ploughing.
- Keep field clean for better growth.
Plant Protection
Common Pests
- Aphids: Spray Oxydimethon methyl @ 2 ml/L
- Spider mite: Spray Dicofol @ 2 ml/L
- Fruit fly: Destroy infected fruits
Common Diseases
- Powdery mildew: Metalaxyl + Mancozeb spray
- Brown dusty mildew: Sulphur spray
- Fusarium wilt: Crop rotation
- Viral diseases: Control vectors
Additional Practices
- Remove infected fruits and plant debris.
- Avoid over-ripening on plant.
- Maintain proper spacing and ventilation.
Disclaimer:
The information is based on trial observations. Results may vary depending on soil, climate, and
crop management practices.