Comprehensive Guide to Summer Crop Management
Introduction
Summer crops require technical knowledge and proper management for better yields. Based on the guide provided by Gajanan Jadhav Sir, this blog covers management practices, seed treatment, sowing, fertilizer management, and weed control for important summer crops like groundnut, sesame, millet, sorghum, watermelon, muskmelon, and mung beans.
Groundnut Crop Management
Sowing Period:
December 25 to January 15, with temperatures between 17-18°C.
Seed Treatment:
Use Rihansh (5 ml) and JorMate (3 ml) or Pixel (2 g) to prevent fungal diseases.
Sowing Method:
Adopt BBF (Broad Bed Furrow) method with 30 x 10 cm or 45 x 10 cm spacing.
Fertilizer Management:
Use DAP or 12:32:16 fertilizers along with zinc, ferrous sulfate, and sulfur.
Sesame Crop Management
Sowing Period:
January 15 to the first fortnight of February.
Seed Treatment:
Use Rihansh (3 ml) and Trichoboost (5 g) for fungal disease prevention.
Sowing Method:
Sow with a spacing of 30-45 cm using a seeder.
Fertilizer Management:
Incorporate Neem Cake, and Rhizobium G, and apply urea after one month.
Summer Mung Crop Management
Sowing Period:
February 20 to March 15, with a minimum temperature above 20°C.
Variety Selection:
Opt for S-8, Vaibhav, PKV-Green Gold, or Phule M-2 varieties.
Fertilizer Management:
Apply 20:20:0:13 or 24:24:8 fertilizers.
Millet Crop Management
Sowing Period:
January 15 to February 15.
Variety Selection:
Choose varieties like Sharvari (BGBH-104), Pandhari (BGBH-222), or Parmanu (BGBH-111).
Fertilizer Management:
Use DAP, Zinc Sulfate, and Rhizobium G.
Sorghum Crop Management
Sowing Period:
January 15 to January 30.
Seed Treatment:
Treat seeds with Rihansh, JorMate, or Pixel.
Fertilizer Management:
Apply DAP and Urea at appropriate stages.
Watermelon and Muskmelon Management
Sowing Period:
December 20 to February 15.
Watermelon Varieties:
Candy, Melody, Bahubali, Simba, Super Queen.
Muskmelon Varieties:
Bobby, Kundan, Kesar, Madhuraja.
Fertilizer Management:
Incorporate DAP, Potash, Sulfur, and Neem Cake.
Key Points for Farmers
Irrigation Management:
Ensure adequate water supply, especially during flowering and fruiting stages.
Weed Control:
Use pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides for effective weed management.
Pest and Disease Control:
Focus on managing fungal diseases and sap-sucking pests.
Conclusion:
Proper management practices can enhance the yield of summer crops. Follow the guidance provided by Gajanan Jadhav Sir and consult White Gold Trust for more information.