Crop cultivation
This section contains farming process of different crops in India. Latest varieties, cliamte requirement, fertilizers use, harvesting and marketing
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Spinach Cultivation: How to Collect Spinach (Palak) Seeds After Harvest
Spinach is a crop that can be sown in early spring, as well as in the fall and even in winters in some regions. Learn more about cultivating nutrient-dense spinach in your backyard or terrace garden.…
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Crops Grown During Zaid Season
Zaid crops are grown during the summer - between kharif and rabi crops.…
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Guide to Grow Amla in India: Soil Requirement, Seed Rate, Irrigation & More
Amla, often known as the Indian gooseberry, is valued for its therapeutic properties and high vitamin C concentration. Its benefits are known by everyone. As its demand continues to sore in the market, let’s know more about how it is grown.…
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Karbi Anglong Ginger: Types, Cultivation and Health Benefits
In the 2014-2015 financial year, the Government of India granted Karbi Anglong ginger the Geographical Indication Tag. Let’s take a look at the special characteristics of the Karbi Anglong Ginger.…
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Kale Cultivation: Simple Methods to Grow Kale in India
Kale is a cold-weather vegetable that is grown for its tasty, incredibly healthy leaves with a crisp, nutty flavour.…
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Step-by-Step Guide to Grow Black Cumin (Kalonji)
Black cumin, or Nigella sativa, is an annual plant in the Ranunculaceae family that is grown for its spicy seeds, which are used as a spice and in herbal medicine. Other names for black cumin include black seed, black caraway, Roman coriander, kalonji, or fennel…
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An Introduction to Different Types of Yams
Yam is an important root or tuber crop grown in Africa after cassava and is very important to food security in Southeast Asia, the Pacific, and tropical Americas.…
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How to Plant Sweet Pea Flowers: Step-by-Step Process
Sweet peas are one of the few annual flowers with enduring appeal and rural charm. They appear to be the exact opposite of our hurried life as they twine languidly over a rustic trellis. Sweet peas are excellent garden and bouquet flowers due to their…
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Step-by-Step Guide on How to Grow Holly Berries at Home
Do you picture shiny, pointed holly with vivid red berries when you think of your favorite winter holiday decorations? I'm sure we all do. And we're here to let you know that you can grow this festive shrub at home if you've ever wondered if…
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Calendula Cultivation Guide: How to Plant, Grow and Care for ‘Pot Marigold’ in a Container
Gardeners with limited space for gardening have the option to grow plants in containers. Growing plants in pots help you conserve space and makes it easy to move the plant inside if the weather turns bad. But can calendula be grown in pots? In this…
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Custard Apple Cultivation Guide: Know How to Grow Sugar Apple in Your Field
In most nations, custard apples are also referred to as sugar apples and sweetsops. Tropical America and the West Indies are home to the custard apple. Through this article, you will get to know how to cultivate custard apples.…
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Sweet Orange Cultivation Guide: Popular Varieties and How to Grow Them
In the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Bihar, Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, and Mizoram, the nutritious fruit is commercially farmed on a considerable scale. So, if you want to start growing sweet oranges as well, then keep on reading this article.…
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How to Grow Celery: Brief Guide on Varieties, Cultivation and How to Harvest
Celery from the garden tastes better than store-bought varieties and contains fewer chemicals and although it’s pretty challenging to grow them, the fruits of all the hard work pay off really well! Here is a step-by-step guide on how to plant, grow and harvest celery!…
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Rosemary Cultivation: Planting, Propagation, Harvesting, Processing & More
A few simple techniques can help you cultivate rosemary easily in your yard. Read on to know how.…
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How to Cultivate Cumin (Jeera): A Beginner Guide
The East Mediterranean area, Turkey, and higher Egypt are said to be the native of cumin, also known as jeera. However, cumin is not very productive in our nation.…
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Pests and Diseases in Strawberry: How to Identify and Control Them
No matter how high is your level of gardening expertise, growing strawberries in your yard is a terrific exercise. It is because strawberries are susceptible to several pests and diseases. In this article, we will discuss about how to identify and manage them.…
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Zucchini Farming: Step-by-Step Guide on How to Grow Zucchini
Exotic zucchini is a simple vegetable to grow. Growing zucchini is a fantastic alternative for farmers who wish to start growing unusual vegetables.…
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How to Grow Artichokes - A Complete Guide
Artichokes are one of the oldest cultivated vegetables in the world and are included in India's list of exotic vegetables.…
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How to Grow Kale Plant in Your Garden?
Kale is one of the best low-calorie foods, which is also rich in vitamins and minerals. It contains a lot of manganese and vitamin K. Lutein and zeaxanthin, two carotenoids, are also found in kale.…
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Millet Cultivation: How to Grow This Sustainable Crop
Millets are quite easy to grow with the right tools, fertilizer, and proper management. From weeding to harvesting, millets are not as difficult to produce as we might think.…
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How to Grow and Care for Silvergrass (Miscanthus)
These grasses bring beautiful motion and structure to various garden landscapes. Before planting, be aware that their abundant seed heads are especially invasive and can displace native grass species.…
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Weed Management in Turmeric During Monsoon
One of the best power weeders in the market is the VST RT 70 power weeder which works the best on turmeric & ginger fields.…
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Walnut Cultivation: Land Preparation, Climate & Fertilizer Requirement, Best Varieties, Harvesting & Much More
Walnuts are popularly known as "akhrot" in India and they are grown in the northwest Himalayan belt, which includes Sikkim and Darjeeling.…
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Learn How to Grow Miniature Trees from the ‘Mother’ of 225 Bonsai Trees
Anita, 'Mother' to 225 bonsai trees, shares her tips on how to grow and maintain these lovely tiny trees. Keep reading to learn more!…
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How to Cultivate Davana Plant: A Great Aromatic Herb
The crop may thrive on a range of soils, including sandy loam to medium black. However, the ideal soil is a healthy, well-drained, sandy loam that is rich in organic matter.…
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How to Grow Wheatgrass (Jware) at Home?
A wheatgrass shot in the morning is recommended as a healthy way to start the day. However, wheatgrass juice could be very costly. But what could be more beneficial than having a wheatgrass plant in your home?…
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Ambuja Cement Foundation Helps Scale Up Strawberry Production in West Bengal
Ambuja cement in collaboration with Induslnd Bank Introduced fruit cropping to farmers in the region. 40,000 strawberry plants were given to 35 farmers; each farmer made a profit of over Rs.1 lakh.…
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Moong Procurement in Punjab to Continue till 31 July
According to Dr. Guraditta Singh Sidhu, the district's chief agriculture officer, around 2,500 acres are under moong cultivation. Farmers are urged to grow moong, which is a diversification crop that also causes nitrogen fixation in the soil, increasing nitrogen content. He further stated that the…
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A Complete Guide to Eucalyptus Farming: Earn Up to Rs. 1 Crore By Cultivating this Multi-Purpose Tree
Eucalyptus is an evergreen tree native to Australia. It is used as a component in many products to alleviate the symptoms of coughs, colds, and congestion. It is also included in lotions and ointments used to treat muscular and joint pain. The oil extracted from…
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All About Olive Cultivation in Rajasthan
The project on olive cultivation was started in the year 2006 and subsequently, Rajasthan Olive Cultivation Limited was formed in 2007.…
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Cultivation of Niger: A Great Feed for Milch Cattle
A good cow feed, especially for milch cattle, is Niger seed cake. Linseed cake in the calf feed might be replaced by Niger meal, which has 17 percent crude fibre and 30 percent protein.…
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Cultivation of Safed Musli: Soil & Climate Requirements, Popular Varieties, Sowing Pattern, and More
It is mostly found in subtropical and tropical Africa. Major Safed muslin-growing regions include Assam, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka.…
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Ginger Farming: How to Grow Ginger in Bags
Omana Devasya from Peruvannamuzhi, Kozhikode is an expert in growing ginger in bags. Read on to learn all the tips and tricks to grow healthy gingers in grow bags.…
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Step-by-Step Guide to Cinnamon Cultivation: Propagation Methods, Land Preparation, Planting, Harvesting & More
The aroma and flavor of cinnamon derive from its essential oil and main component, cinnamaldehyde, as well as several other ingredients, such as eugenol.…
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Farmers are Restarting the Cultivation of Amaranthus in Mysuru
The crop provided the most nutrition per calorie compared to most foods, according to Aravinda Kumar, Assistant Professor at the College of Horticulture in Mysuru, who also noted that Amaranthus was a fantastic source of calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin A, B, and C and a…
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Government Rewards Farmers for Growing Crops Other Than Paddy
The state government launched the "Mera Pani Meri Virasat" plan, under which farmers are granted Rs 7,000 per acre for growing crops other than paddy. They must register on the department's webpage, and following verification, the farmers are offered incentives.…
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All About Government’s Aroma Mission to Boost Cultivation of Aromatic Crops
According to Sumit Gairola, a nodal scientist for Aroma Mission, lavender was introduced to the Kashmir valley many decades ago. Its cultivation, however, was limited to a few patches, and it did not take off in a big way. "We brought the crop out of…
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4 Drought-Tolerant Varieties to Plant Amid Water Scarcity
Water scarcity is becoming a growing issue. Long, recurring droughts are increasingly prevailing in the food and agriculture world. It has increased the cost of groceries and reduced farmer yields.…
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How to Grow Citronella Plants
Spring through early summer is the best time to lay out your potted plants, and the citronella plant is a great choice if you're looking for a new addition to your garden this year. The citronella plant has green, lacy leaves and lovely pink blossoms,…
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Best and Worst Companion Plants for Corn
Consider companion planting if you're planning to plant corn in your garden to help it grow robust and healthy. Maize was one of the first examples of companion planting in North America, with Native American tribes growing corn, climbing beans, and winter squash together to…
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Cultivation of Chicory in India – Varieties, Climate, Soil Requirement & Harvesting
Chicory is a perennial crop that is often planted in the winter. Chicory farming is not widely practiced in India because farmers are unaware of the crop's marketability. Chicory crop has grown in popularity as a result of technological advancements since it is quite beneficial…
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Bumper Cherry Crop is Bringing Happiness to Apple Growers, Here’s Why
Apple producers in Kashmir plant cherry, apricot, and plum trees in their orchards to create a variety of fruit.…
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Sapota Cultivation: Top Varieties, Climatic Requirement, Land Preparation, Harvesting & More
It is native to Mexico and other South American nations. Chiku is its popular name, and it is primarily grown in India. It is primarily used to make latex, which is utilized in the manufacture of chewing gums. Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra,…
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Mulberry Cultivation: Know the Soil Requirement, Varieties, Propagation and Harvesting
Mulberry is a medium-sized deciduous tree that produces small, tasty but messy fruits in summer and there are two species commonly found in North America: white mulberry, a native of China, and red mulberry, a native of eastern North America that is now widely naturalized…
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IG International joins Eurosemillas’ for the green motion project for superior grip on avocado cultivation
IG International collaborates with Eurosemillas and joins the green motion project. This collaboration would be significant in bolstering IG International’s global leadership grip on agricultural innovation for competitive commercialization.…
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Banana Cultivation: How to Select the Best Fertilizer to Obtain Finest Bananas
Bananas are a popular tropical and subtropical fruit that can be produced anywhere. They may grow up to 40 feet tall trees, thus they require a lot of water and fertilizer to survive.…
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4 Fast-Growing Vegetable Crops for Your Kitchen Garden
We receive a sense of accomplishment from growing our vegetables. However, there is no denying that it takes time and work to do. Many veggies take a long time to grow, and we find it tedious to wait and care for them. Here are some…
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Chamomile Cultivation: Plant Chamomile in Your Garden By Using These Simple Techniques
Chamomile can be used in a variety of ways, the most prominent of which are in different varieties of tea. Many gardeners who desire to grow their own use it as a starting point. This article discusses, how you can grow chamomile in your own…
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Peanut Cultivation: A Step-By-Step Guide to Plant Your Own Peanuts
Peanut seeds should be started indoors four to six weeks before the last frost date in your location. Peanut plants require a lengthy, warm growth season to produce a healthy yield, so planting them inside gives them a head start.…
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Strawberry Cultivation: Tips to Grow Strawberries in Containers/Pots
Strawberries can be easily grown in pots and containers. You can cultivate the juiciest and the healthiest strawberries using the strategies mentioned in this article.…
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