Seed treatment with fungicides, insecticides and Rhizobium is recommended to boost productivity. The recommended fungicides- Insecticides-Rhizobium (FIR) sequence for seed treatment should be followed. Seed treatment with fungicide is important for limiting the incidence of seed-borne and soil-borne diseases, like management of wilt and root rot diseases, For management of insects in soils, treat the seed with insecticide.
Seed treatment with Rhizobium strains is recommended for better root nodulation. After seed treatment, allow the seeds to dry in the shade before sowing. Avoid drying of treated seeds in direct sunlight. Preferably, seed treatment should be performed during the evening and sowing should be done during morning hours.
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