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What precautions should be taken while using weedicide in soybean crop

20/07/2021 Wednesday July 21st, 2021

Farmers should keep the following things in mind before using weedicide.
Use weedicide only at the stage of two to three leaves of the weed. Before using weedicide, ensure that there is sufficient moisture in the field.
Use only cut nozzles for spray of weedicide, use 150-200 liters of water for one acre so that there is no adverse effect on the crop.
To have a good effect of weedicide in the rain, use the spreader by mixing it in the weedicide. Keep in mind that the weedicide you are using controls both wide and narrow weeds.
Mix weedicide in the right order while making the solution and for its information read the method written on the accompanying leaflet or box, before buying weedicide. Before buying weedicide, its expiry date and method of use should be read properly.
Select herbicide according to the stage of crop and weed. Do not mix any insecticide and fungicide with weedicide.
Use clean water to make a solution of weedicide and after spraying wash the pump thoroughly with clean water.

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How to control anthracnose disease in chilli crop

20/07/2021 Tuesday July 20th, 2021

Symptoms of this disease appear on the leaves, stem and fruit of the plant in chilli crops.
Small, circular spots appear on the fruit of chilli, which gradually spread and mix together. Due to this, the fruits start falling without ripening due to which there is a heavy loss in yield. It is a fungal disease that first attacks the stem of the fruit of chilli and then spreads to the whole plant.
Chemical Control :- For the control of this disease Tebuconazole 25.9% EC @ 250 ml/acre or Captan 70% + Hexaconazole 5% WP @ 250 gram/acre or Kitazin 48%EC @ 200 ml/acre or Chlorothalonil 70% WP @ 400 gram/acre
Biological Management:- Use of Trichoderma viride @ 500 gram/acre as soil treatment, as spray use Pseudomonas fluorescens @ 250 gm/acre.

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Why is the requirement of nitrogen less in pulse crops like soybean?

19/07/2021 Monday July 19th, 2021

A bacterium called Rhizobium is found in the root nodules of leguminous crops, such as soybeans, which fix atmospheric nitrogen and make it available to the crop. Rhizobium is a nitrogen-fixing bacterium. It is present on the roots of leguminous crop plants and converts atmospheric nitrogen into a form that can be used by the plant.
It is a helpful bacterium for farmers, it helps the plants to grow well. It helps the plants to perform well in various life processes like respiration etc. Its use increases the yield of pulses by 50-60%. With the use of Rhizobium culture, about 30-40 kg of nitrogen per hectare increases in the soil.
Hence, in pulse crops, no additional nitrogen is required. After harvesting pulses, their residues help in maintaining the nitrogen content in the soil. This reduces the use of nitrogen fertilizers in the production of the next crop.

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How to control cyperus grass in a maize crop

18/07/2021 Sunday July 18th, 2021

Motha (Cyprus rotdans) is a perennial plant growing up to 75 cm tall. The stem is erect, triangular and without branches, above the ground. There are 6 to 7 tubers in the root below, they become padded white and later fibrous brown and finally become hard like wood as they get older. The leaves are elongated, often covering each other on the stem.
Motha grass is a big problem for the farmers who have been farming for years. Motha emerges as a major factor in reducing the productivity of crops in farmers’ fields. It is a perennial grass and affects almost all the crops but it mainly affects the maize crop.
It is very important to control annual weeds like Motha (Cyperus rotundus, Cyperus species). For its control, at 20-25 days after sowing, spray Halosulfuron Methyl 75% WG @ 36 gm/acre.
For good and long results, it is very important to have moisture in the field for a long time, so if the moisture is decreasing then light irrigation must be done.

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How to protect soybean crop in case of low rainfall

18/07/2021 Sunday July 18th, 2021

Due to the changes in the weather, the soybean crop is getting affected a lot. As everyone knows, soybean is a Kharif crop and it is very necessary to have enough rain for good production of the crop. But at this time, it is raining a lot at some places, and it is not raining at all at some places. In such a situation, the protection of the soybean crop should be done in the following way with less rain.
Soybean should not be sown before the onset of monsoon, because if the monsoon does not come completely, then the germination of the soybean crop is greatly affected. Therefore, sow the soybean crop at the right time and only after the arrival of the monsoon.
If a farmer has sown, and the amount of moisture in the field is less, then he must do light irrigation of the field, so that there is no problem related to germination or development in the soybean crop.
One thing must be kept in mind when the field is being irrigated, then the amount of moisture in the field should not be high, otherwise, the soybean crop may get spoiled due to excess moisture.
In case of less rainfall, if fungal and insect infestation is seen in the crop, then spray as required.

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Fertilizer management in 40-60 days in flood irrigated chilli crop

17/07/2021 Saturday July 17th, 2021

Chilli crop remains in the second-growth stage after transplanting in 40-60 days. At this time the flowering stage is in the chilli crop. Fertilizer management is necessary for chilli crops for good flowering. Along with plant growth, it is useful to use major and micronutrients in the crop for good flower and fruit development.
All these nutrients fulfil all the elements in the chilli crop, as well as develop immunity to fight diseases in the chilli crop at the time of fruit development. The following products should be used in nutrient management.
Use urea at the rate of 45 kg/acre + DAP 50 kg/acre + magnesium sulphate 10 kg/acre + micronutrients at the rate of 10 kg/acre + calcium nitrate @ 5 kg/acre.
Urea: Urea is the biggest source of nitrogen supply in chilli crops. With its use, there is no problem with yellowing and drying in the leaves. Urea accelerates the process of photosynthesis.
DAP (Di Ammonium Phosphate): Diammonium phosphate is used for the supply of phosphorus. Its use improves root growth and helps in plant growth.
Magnesium Sulphate: The use of Magnesium Sulphate in Chilli crops increases greenery and accelerates the process of photosynthesis, ultimately resulting in a higher yield and quality of the crop.
Micronutrients: Facilitates the process of photosynthesis in chilli plants. Helps to increase crop production and improve soil health.
Calcium Nitrate: Helps in increasing the production of crops. Helps neutralize toxic chemicals within plants.
Use all the nutrients by mixing them in the soil. Light irrigation must be done after use.

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How to control leaf-eating caterpillars in Cabbage crop

15/07/2021 Monday September 25th, 2023

How to control leaf eating caterpillar in Cabbage crop

The caterpillars of this insect cause damage by eating the green matter of the leaves and only white membrane remains at the eaten site, which later turns into holes.
Diamondback moth eggs are white-yellow in colour.
The caterpillars of this insect are 7-12 mm long, and have fine hairs all over the body. Adults are 8–10 mm long, beige or light brown in colour, and have bright diamond-like spots on the adult’s back.
The adult female lays eggs on the leaves individually or in groups. Small green caterpillars, after hatching, feed on the outer layer of the leaves and pierce them.
In case of a severe attack, the caterpillars eat the leaves, leaving a web-like shape.
For its control, spray Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG @ 100 g/acre or Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC @ 60 ml/acre or Novaluron 5.25% + Emamectin Benzoate 0.9% SC @ 600 ml/acre.
As a biological control, use Bavaria bassiana @ 500 g/acre with each spray.

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What is the reason for the problem of leaf curling in chilly crops and its solution?

14/07/2021 Wednesday July 14th, 2021

Most of the damage in the chilli crop is due to the twisting of leaves, which is known as Kukda or Churda-Murda disease in different places. Due to which the leaves of chilli are twisted, this problem is due to the outbreak of thrips in the chilli crop, due to which the leaves of chillies turn upwards and become boat-shaped. Leaves shrink. The plant looks like a bush. Affected plants do not produce fruit. On seeing the symptoms, uproot the affected plant from the field. Keep the field free from weeds.
To prevent this problem, prevent thrips infestation in chilli field and if thrips infestation is seen then for its management, spray Fipronil 5% SC @ 400 ml/acre, Thiamethoxam 12.6% + Lambda Cyhalothrin 9.5% ZC @ 80 ml/acre, Lambda Cyhalothrin 4.9% CS @ 200 ml/acre, Spinosad 45% SC @ 75 ml/acre, CYANTRANILIPROLE 10.26 % OD @ 240 ml/acre.
Do not allow pest infestation in the crop because the disease of leaf curl is due to the infestation of insects.

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Reason and Solution for the problem of yellowing of leaves in the cotton crop

13/07/2021 Tuesday July 13th, 2021

As the weather is constantly changing and the rain is also not getting the right amount. Due to which there is a lot of problem of yellowing of leaves in the cotton crop and due to this problem, the growth and development of the crop is getting affected a lot.
Yellowing of leaves in the cotton crop can also be due to fungal, insect and nutritional problems.
If it is caused by fungus, then use Chlorothalonil 75% WP @ 400 gm/acre or Thiophanate Methyl 70% W/W @ 300 gm/acre.
Due to change of season or due to nutrition, apply Seaweed Extract (Vigormaxx Gel) @ 400 gm/acre or Humic Acid @ 100 gm/acre.
In case of insect infestation, use Profenophos 40% + Cypermethrin 4% EC @ 400 ml/acre or Fipronil 40% + Imidacloprid 40% WG @ 40 gm/acre.

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How to manage pests and diseases before flowering in cotton crop

12/07/2021 Monday July 12th, 2021

Different types of pests and diseases are active in the growth, flowering, and other stages of the cotton crop.
For the control of these pests and diseases, it is very necessary to do spray management in 40-45 days, which is as follows.
Spray Beta cyfluthrin 8.49% + Imidacloprid19.81 OD% @ 150 ml/acre for control of pink worm infestation or Abamectin 1.9% EC @ 150 ml/acre for mite control or Beauveria bassiana @ 500 gm/acre for biological control.
For control of fungal disease, spray Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63% WP @ 300 g/acre or spray Pseudomonas fluorescens @ 250 gm/acre as biological treatment.
Use Homobrassinolide 0.04 W/W @ 100ml/acre, this spraying is very necessary for good growth of the plant and good development of flowers.
If it rains within 24 hours of spraying, spray again.
The lower surface of the leaves should be thoroughly sprayed as the insect is more active on the lower surface of the leaves.
By taking measures for fungal disease, pest control, and nutritional management, the production of the cotton crop is good. By spraying in this way, the formation of the ball is very good, and the quality of the produce will increases.

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Farmers should keep the following things in mind before using weedicide.

Use weedicide only at the stage of two to three leaves of the weed. Before using weedicide, ensure that there is sufficient moisture in the field.

Use only cut nozzles for spray of weedicide, use 150-200 liters of water for one acre so that there is no adverse effect on the crop.

To have a good effect of weedicide in the rain, use the spreader by mixing it in the weedicide. Keep in mind that the weedicide you are using controls both wide and narrow weeds.

Mix weedicide in the right order while making the solution and for its information read the method written on the accompanying leaflet or box, before buying weedicide. Before buying weedicide, its expiry date and method of use should be read properly.

Select herbicide according to the stage of crop and weed. Do not mix any insecticide and fungicide with weedicide.

Use clean water to make a solution of weedicide and after spraying wash the pump thoroughly with clean water.

Symptoms of this disease appear on the leaves, stem and fruit of the plant in chilli crops.

Chemical Control :- For the control of this disease Tebuconazole 25.9% EC @ 250 ml/acre or Captan 70% + Hexaconazole 5% WP @ 250 gram/acre or Kitazin 48%EC @ 200 ml/acre or Chlorothalonil 70% WP @ 400 gram/acre

Biological Management:- Use of Trichoderma viride @ 500 gram/acre as soil treatment, as spray use Pseudomonas fluorescens @ 250 gm/acre.

Hence, in pulse crops, no additional nitrogen is required. After harvesting pulses, their residues help in maintaining the nitrogen content in the soil. This reduces the use of nitrogen fertilizers in the production of the next crop.

Motha grass is a big problem for the farmers who have been farming for years. Motha emerges as a major factor in reducing the productivity of crops in farmers’ fields. It is a perennial grass and affects almost all the crops but it mainly affects the maize crop.

It is very important to control annual weeds like Motha (Cyperus rotundus, Cyperus species). For its control, at 20-25 days after sowing, spray Halosulfuron Methyl 75% WG @ 36 gm/acre.

For good and long results, it is very important to have moisture in the field for a long time, so if the moisture is decreasing then light irrigation must be done.

Soybean should not be sown before the onset of monsoon, because if the monsoon does not come completely, then the germination of the soybean crop is greatly affected. Therefore, sow the soybean crop at the right time and only after the arrival of the monsoon.

If a farmer has sown, and the amount of moisture in the field is less, then he must do light irrigation of the field, so that there is no problem related to germination or development in the soybean crop.

One thing must be kept in mind when the field is being irrigated, then the amount of moisture in the field should not be high, otherwise, the soybean crop may get spoiled due to excess moisture.

In case of less rainfall, if fungal and insect infestation is seen in the crop, then spray as required.

All these nutrients fulfil all the elements in the chilli crop, as well as develop immunity to fight diseases in the chilli crop at the time of fruit development. The following products should be used in nutrient management.

Use urea at the rate of 45 kg/acre + DAP 50 kg/acre + magnesium sulphate 10 kg/acre + micronutrients at the rate of 10 kg/acre + calcium nitrate @ 5 kg/acre.

Urea: Urea is the biggest source of nitrogen supply in chilli crops. With its use, there is no problem with yellowing and drying in the leaves. Urea accelerates the process of photosynthesis.

DAP (Di Ammonium Phosphate): Diammonium phosphate is used for the supply of phosphorus. Its use improves root growth and helps in plant growth.

Magnesium Sulphate: The use of Magnesium Sulphate in Chilli crops increases greenery and accelerates the process of photosynthesis, ultimately resulting in a higher yield and quality of the crop.

Micronutrients: Facilitates the process of photosynthesis in chilli plants. Helps to increase crop production and improve soil health.

Calcium Nitrate: Helps in increasing the production of crops. Helps neutralize toxic chemicals within plants.

Use all the nutrients by mixing them in the soil. Light irrigation must be done after use.

The caterpillars of this insect cause damage by eating the green matter of the leaves and only white membrane remains at the eaten site, which later turns into holes.

Diamondback moth eggs are white-yellow in colour.

The caterpillars of this insect are 7-12 mm long, and have fine hairs all over the body. Adults are 8–10 mm long, beige or light brown in colour, and have bright diamond-like spots on the adult’s back.

The adult female lays eggs on the leaves individually or in groups. Small green caterpillars, after hatching, feed on the outer layer of the leaves and pierce them.

In case of a severe attack, the caterpillars eat the leaves, leaving a web-like shape.

For its control, spray Emamectin Benzoate 5% SG @ 100 g/acre or Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC @ 60 ml/acre or Novaluron 5.25% + Emamectin Benzoate 0.9% SC @ 600 ml/acre.

As a biological control, use Bavaria bassiana @ 500 g/acre with each spray.

Do not allow pest infestation in the crop because the disease of leaf curl is due to the infestation of insects.

As the weather is constantly changing and the rain is also not getting the right amount. Due to which there is a lot of problem of yellowing of leaves in the cotton crop and due to this problem, the growth and development of the crop is getting affected a lot.

Yellowing of leaves in the cotton crop can also be due to fungal, insect and nutritional problems.

If it is caused by fungus, then use Chlorothalonil 75% WP @ 400 gm/acre or Thiophanate Methyl 70% W/W @ 300 gm/acre.

Due to change of season or due to nutrition, apply Seaweed Extract (Vigormaxx Gel) @ 400 gm/acre or Humic Acid @ 100 gm/acre.

In case of insect infestation, use Profenophos 40% + Cypermethrin 4% EC @ 400 ml/acre or Fipronil 40% + Imidacloprid 40% WG @ 40 gm/acre.

Different types of pests and diseases are active in the growth, flowering, and other stages of the cotton crop.

For the control of these pests and diseases, it is very necessary to do spray management in 40-45 days, which is as follows.

Spray Beta cyfluthrin 8.49% + Imidacloprid19.81 OD% @ 150 ml/acre for control of pink worm infestation or Abamectin 1.9% EC @ 150 ml/acre for mite control or Beauveria bassiana @ 500 gm/acre for biological control.

For control of fungal disease, spray Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63% WP @ 300 g/acre or spray Pseudomonas fluorescens @ 250 gm/acre as biological treatment.

Use Homobrassinolide 0.04 W/W @ 100ml/acre, this spraying is very necessary for good growth of the plant and good development of flowers.

If it rains within 24 hours of spraying, spray again.

The lower surface of the leaves should be thoroughly sprayed as the insect is more active on the lower surface of the leaves.

By taking measures for fungal disease, pest control, and nutritional management, the production of the cotton crop is good. By spraying in this way, the formation of the ball is very good, and the quality of the produce will increases.