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Importance of Manganese in Plant growth

04/01/2018

Importance of Manganese in Plant growth:- Manganese (Mn) is an essential plant mineral nutrient, playing a key role in several physiological processes, particularly photosynthesis. Manganese (Mn) is required by plants in the second greatest quantity compared to iron. Numerous crop species have been reported to show high susceptibility to Mn deficiency in soils, or a very positive response to Mn fertilization, including cereal crops (wheat, barley and oats), legumes (beans, peas and soybean), stone fruits (apples, cherries and peaches), palm crops, citrus, potatoes, and sugar beets etc. The impact of Mn deficiencies on these crops includes reduced dry matter production and yield, weaker structural resistance against pathogens and a reduced tolerance to drought and heat stress.

Function: Manganese is used in plants as a major contributor to various biological systems including photosynthesis, respiration, and nitrogen assimilation. Manganese is also involved in pollen germination, pollen tube growth, root cell elongation and resistance to root pathogens.

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Role of zinc in Plants

03/01/2018

Role of zinc in Plants:- Zinc, one of the eight essential micronutrients and an important constituent of several enzymes and proteins, is only needed by plants in small quantities. However, it is crucial to plant development, as it plays a significant part in a wide range of processes. The Zn deficiency is becoming more critical more than 40 per cent yield losses can have major economical impact on the farmer due to reduce income.

Function of Zinc: Zinc activates enzymes that are responsible for the synthesis of certain proteins. It is used in the formation of chlorophyll and some carbohydrates, conversion of starches to sugars and its presence in plant tissue helps the plant to withstand cold temperatures. Zinc is essential in the formation of auxins, which help with growth regulation and stem elongation.

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Role of Boron in Plants

02/01/2018

Role of Boron in Plants:- Boron (B) is not required by plants in high amounts, but can cause serious growth problems if it is not supplied at appropriate levels. Boron is different from other micronutrients in that there is no chlorosis associated with its deficiency; however it does have similar toxicity symptoms as other micronutrients.

Function: Boron is used with calcium in cell wall synthesis and is essential for cell division (creating new plant cells). Boron requirements are much higher for reproductive growth so it helps with pollination, fruit and seed development. Other functions include translocation of sugars and carbohydrates, nitrogen metabolism, formation of certain proteins, regulation of hormone levels and transportation of potassium to stomata (which helps regulate internal water balance). Since boron helps transport sugars, its deficiency causes a reduction of exudates and sugars from plant roots, which can reduce the attraction and colonization of mycorrhizal fungi.

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Use of FYM in Garlic Cultivation

02/01/2018

Name of Farmer:- Manish patidar

Village :- Kanardi

Teh. and District :- Tarana and Ujjain

State:- Madhya Pradesh

Farmer shree Manish ji has planted 1 acre garlic in which he has used good composted Farm yard manure during preparation of the field, so that his crop is healthy and yet no disease has occurred.

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We wish you Happy New Year

01/01/2018

In the coming year, may you know the immense fulfillment of touching people’s lives in the deepest way. May you also know most profound moments of Stillness and Insight of the within. HappyNewYear2018

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Some Information of Moong Cultivation

29/12/2017 Tuesday January 12th, 2021

Green gram also known as moong is one of the main pulse crop of India. It is a rich source of Protein along with fibre and iron. It can be cultivated as Kharif as well as summer crop. It can be cultivated on wide range of soil. Gives best result when grown on well drained loamy to sandy-loam soils. Saline and water logged soils are not suitable for cultivation.

Time of sowing
Optimum time for kharif sowing is first fortnight of July. Optimum time for summer moong cultivation is from Second fortnight of February to April.

Spacing
Use row spacing of 30 cm and plant to plant spacing of 10 cm for Kharif sowing. For Summer sowing use row spacing of 22.5 cm and plant to plant spacing of 7 cm.

Sowing Depth
Sow seeds at depth of 4-6 cm.

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Importance of Magnesium in Plants

27/12/2017

Magnesium (Mg), along with calcium and sulphur, is one of the three secondary nutrients required by plants for normal, healthy growth. Don’t be confused by the term “secondary” as it refers to the quantity and not the importance of a nutrient. A lack of a secondary nutrient is just as detrimental to plant growth as a deficiency of any one of the three primary nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium) or a deficiency of micronutrients (iron, manganese, boron, zinc, copper and molybdenum). Furthermore, in some plants, the tissue concentration of magnesium is comparable to that of phosphorus, a primary nutrient.

Function of magnesium

Many enzymes in plant cells require magnesium in order to perform properly. However, the most important role of magnesium is as the central atom in the chlorophyll molecule. Chlorophyll is the pigment that gives plants their green colour and carries out the process of photosynthesis. It also aids in the activation of many plant enzymes needed for growth and contributes to protein synthesis.

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Excellent Growth of Root in Onion

27/12/2017

Name of Farmer:- Devnarayan Patidar

Village:- Kanardi

Tehsil:- Tarana District:- Ujjain

Farmer shree Devnarayan Patidar ji used the use of Mycorrhiza (bio fertilizer) in onion field at the rate of 4 kg per acre by the recommendation of the gramophone team, which has given them excellent results. The plant’s health is good due to the complete development of the roots and the size of tubers is also uniform.

Factors Affecting storage of Onion and Garlic

20/12/2017

Factors Affecting Storage of Onion and Garlic :-

Selection of Varieties:- The storage capacity of all varieties is not uniform. The varieties of onion produced in kharif are not sustainable. In the Rabi season varieties of onion are usually stored for 4-5 months.It can be less or more according to the variety.Experiences of the last 10-15 years show that N-2-4-2, Agrifound Light Red, Arka Niketan etc. varieties can be stored well for 4-5 months. Garlic Variety G-1, G-2, G 50 and G-323 etc. can be stored for 6 to 8 months.

Fertilizer and Water Management:- The quantity and type of fertilizer and water management effects on the storage of garlic and Onion. Apply FYM increase storage capacity. Therefore it is necessary to use more quantity of FYM or green manure. Recommended dose of Nitrogen @ 150 Kg, Phosphorus @ 50 Kg and Potash @ 50 Kg per hectare for Onion and Garlic Cultivation. If possible, all nitrogen dose should be given through organic fertilizers and should be given before 60 days after transplantation. By giving late nitrogen, the stems (neck) of the plants become thick and the onion does not store and there is more outbreaks of fungal diseases, as well as sprouting. Potassium amount 50 Kg raised from 80 kg Per hectare should be given. For the use of ammonium sulphate, single super phosphate or potassium sulphate, the plants get adequate quantity of sulfur after transplantation.

Atmosphere of storage room:- Temperatures and relative humidity are important factors for the storage of onions and garlic for longer periods. More humidity (more than 70%) is the biggest enemy of onion storage.This increases the wrath of the fungus and the onion starts rotting. And when the humidity is low (more than 65%), the transpiration of onion is high and the weight decreases more.For good storage, the storage houses are 25-30 °C and humidity should be between 65-70 percent. In the months of May-June, due to high temperature and reduced humidity of the warehouses, weight loss is high. Moisture is more than 70 percent from July to September. This increases the rot. At the same time, in the October-November low temperature, the problem of sprouting increases.

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Use of growth regulators in Watermelon

19/12/2017 Tuesday January 12th, 2021

Use of growth regulators in Watermelon:- For hormonal remedies in watermelon, they should use the same hormone which is beneficial for the watermelon crop and whose effect is not harmful on the watermelon crop and if increases the number of female flowers which provide fruit in watermelon. To achieve maximum production, hormone treatment is Important in this crop for this purpose, which is necessary for its production. At 2-4 leaf stage of watermelon, spraying of ethyl 250 PPM (4 ml / pump) solution, increases the number of female flowers, and yields more.

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