What causes black scarf disease in potatoes

11/01/2022Posted on
What causes black scarf disease in potatoes

  • Black scarf disease in potato plants is caused by a fungus called Rhizoctonia solani.  This disease can appear at any stage in potato plants.

  • This disease occurs due to sudden changes in weather, due to high temperature and humidity, this disease progresses very fast.

  • Due to this disease, black raised spots appear on the plants. 

  • Potato tubers also show signs of this disease, making such tubers inedible.

  • For prevention of this disease use Kasugamycin 5% + Copper Oxychloride 45% WP @ 300 gm or Chlorothalonil 75% WP@ 300 gm or Tebuconazole 25.9% EC@ 200 ml/acre. 

  • For seed treatment use Thiophanate Methyl 45% + Pyraclostrobin 5% FS at 2 ml per kg seeds before sowing. 

  • As biological treatment use Pseudomonas Fluorescens @ 250 gm/acre.

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Chances of rain and hailstorm in many states, see the weather forecast

10/01/2022Posted on
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There is a possibility of rain in half of India, which includes East Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, East Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha, Orissa, West Bengal including northeastern states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. The temperature in half India will be Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Western Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, West Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.

Source: Skymet Weather

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Apply soon in this scheme to get free ration

10/01/2022Posted on
Antyodaya Anna Yojana

Under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana, food security is ensured for every person in the country so that no one sleeps hungry. Its beneficiaries get food and other important items for daily needs through the subsidy process.

Under this scheme, families falling below the poverty line can apply. Families whose annual income is Rs 15000 are eligible. Small, landless agricultural labourers and marginal farmers can take advantage of this. Disabled persons and widows of 60 years and senior people leading the family can also apply for this. Tribal families can also take advantage of this. To apply, visit the official website of Antyodaya Anna Yojana https://services.india.gov.in.

Source: Krishi Jagran

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Sulfur is an essential element, know its importance and deficiency symptoms

10/01/2022Posted on
Sulfur is an essential element know its importance and deficiency symptoms

  • Sulfur is the fourth most important nutrient after nitrogen, phosphorus and potash in the growth, development and yield of crops.

  • Due to the lack of sulfur, the new leaves coming in the crop become yellowish-green, if its deficiency is too much then the whole plant becomes yellowish green.

  • Leaves and stems become purple, the plant and leaves remain small.

  • Sulfur helps in the formation of chlorophyll in the leaves, which makes the leaves of plants green in colour.

  • Sulfur helps in the formation of enzymes and vitamins in plants.

  • In leguminous crops, it is essential for the formation of root nodules that fix nitrogen.

  • Mustard, onion, garlic and chilli have their natural smell due to sulphur.

  • Increases oil content in the seeds of oilseed crops.

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Heavy rain likely in many states including Madhya Pradesh, see weather forecast

09/01/2022Posted on
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Now the weather of the northwestern states will start clearing and a significant drop in minimum temperature will be recorded. With this, a cold wave is possible in 1-2 districts of Haryana. Rain activities will increase over East India. View weather forecast across the country.

Source: Skymet Weather

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