Importance of mulching in watermelon crop 

03/03/2020Posted on
  • Plastic Mulching protects against insects, diseases and weeds in watermelon crop.
  • Weeds can be controlled by black polyethene and also prevents soil erosion from air, rain and irrigation.
  • Transparent polyethene is used to control soil-borne diseases and maintain moisture conservation.

 

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Important points related to Ridge gourd (Torai) and its advanced farming.

02/03/2020Posted on
  • Ridge gourd is a good source of calcium, phosphorus, iron and vitamin A.
  • It is cultivated in hot and humid climates. 
  • The temperature should be 32-38 degree centigrade.
  • The drainage method is considered more suitable for sowing luffa.
  • During summer, its crop should be irrigated at regular intervals of around 5-6 days.
  • If its harvesting is delayed, then the fibers become hard fibers.
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