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16 Mar

Posted at 06:21h in Organic farming
Bindumathi Mohan 15 views

प्याज की जैविक खेती के लिए उत्पादन तकनीक Onion is a bulbous herbaceous biennial plant (Allium cepa)  of the lily family cultivated as a rounded edible bulb composed of fleshy, tight, concentric leaf bases having a pungent odor and taste. They can be eaten in fresh, frozen, canned, pickled, powdered, chopped, and in dehydrated forms. Onion varieties are classified mainly according to pungency (mild or pungent) and use (dry bulbs or green bunching). Onions are pungent; because they contain a sulfur-rich volatile oil.  Onions vary in size, shape, colour, and pungency. Bulbs may be white, red, or yellow. Varieties differ markedly in their keeping quality and in their response to length of day. Hybrid varieties must have increased disease resistance, longer storage life, and improved quality. Onions bear a cluster of small, greenish white flowers on one or more leafless stalks. The leaf base swells to form the underground mature edible onion. Though low in standard nutrients, they are valued for their flavor. Onions cure colds, earaches, and laryngitis and have been used to treat animal bites, powder burns and warts. Research studies for the organic cultivation of Onion by CRT have resulted in standardization of practices in the cultivation of Onion. Season of onion cultivation:  Onion is a cool season crop, hardy to frost but less...

03 Oct

Posted at 06:45h in Organic farming
Lalu Prasad Yadav 8 views

सब्‍जी फसलों का जैविक उत्पादन It is a production system that sustains the health of soils, ecosystems and people. It relies on ecological processes, biodiversity and cycles adapted to local conditions, rather than the use of inputs with adverse effects. Organic farming combines tradition, innovation and science to benefit the shared environment and promote fair relationships and a good quality of life for all involved.  As a component of organic agriculture, organic vegetable farming promotes and enhances natural diversity and biological cycles on the farmrather than relying on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, organic farming is based on making the farm self-sufficient and sustainable. Organic movement began in the 1930s and 1940s as a reaction to agriculture's growing reliance on synthetic fertilizers.Sir Albert Howard, “An Agriculture Testament” (1943) is widely considered to be the “father of organic farming”. Basic principles of organic farming are: It should sustain and enhance the health of soil, plant, animal, human and planet. It should be based on living ecology system and cycles, work with them, emulate them and sustain them. It should build on relationship that ensures fairness with regard to the common environment and life opportunities. It should be equipped in a precautionary and responsible manner to protect the health and well being of current and future generation and environment. Why...

14 May

Posted at 05:09h in Organic farming
Bindumathi Mohan 13 views

मूली की जैविक खेती के लिए उत्पादन तकनीक। Radish is a vegetable rich in Vit C and supplies a variety of minerals. It contains glucose, pectin, pentosans, and isothiocynates3. It is used as vegetable, and as medicine Season: It grows best in cool to moderate climate. During hot weather, roots become tough and pungent before reaching full size. Soil: Best results are obtained on light friable loam soil. For early crop, sandy or sandy loams are preferred while in summer moist soil gives best result. Heavy soils produce misshapen roots with a number of small fibrous laterals. Varieties The varieties commonly used in Hosur area are: Pusa chetkiPusa himaniArka NishantPusa Chetki short Stage I - Land preparation Prepare soil thoroughly with no clods. Soil should not contain any un decomposed organic matter, as it will lead to forking.. Prevent water logging, as it will lead to collar rot. Stage II - Seeds and sowing Season: Cultivation can be done throughout the year. Favorable season in Hosur area is September to November. Sow seeds every 15-20 day interval for a continuous supply of tender fresh roots. Seed rate: 9-12 Kg/Ha Seed treatment: Treat seeds first with Trichoderma 4gm/Kg of seeds the night before planting and dry in shade.. Next morning coat the treated seeds with bio-fertilizer slurry (Azotobacter 200 gm+200 gm Phospho bacteria+200 Gm K mobiliser) before planting. Sow the...

13 May

Posted at 10:51h in Organic farming
Bindumathi Mohan 12 views

सेम की फली की जैविक खेती के लिए उत्पादन तकनीक  Field bean (Dolichos lablab var lignosus) is grown throughout India. Its green pods are used as vegetable and dry seeds as pulse. The foliage of crop provides hay, silage and green manure.Heavy use of pesticides has made many pests resistant to the pesticides used. High cost of chemical inputs has also made cultivation unviable. Research studies for the organic cultivation of field beans by TSSCRT have resulted in standardization of practices in cultivation of Field Beans. Season:  Field Beans can be grown from Sept-Feb. Some varieties are sensitive to photoperiods. It is primarily a cool season crop. Fruiting starts with onset of winter( Dec) and continues into spring( March). During the dry season, irrigation is necessary. It requires a cool chilly period for best quality development. Soil: It requires a neutral pH range of 5.5 - 6 and cannot tolerate acidic or alkaline soils. Medium textures soils such as silt loam or clay loams are best suited for field bean cultivation. Variety The varieties commonly used in Hosur area are local varieties Stage I - Land preparation Plough field with soil turning plough followed by one or two harrowings. Finally, level the field to a fine tilth.Maintain optimum moisture at the time of sowing for increased germination.Avoid soil compaction...