Crop Care Guide

Essential practices for healthy crops and maximum yield

Soil Health Management

Healthy soil is the foundation of successful crop production. Follow these best practices:

Soil Testing

Test your soil every 2-3 years to determine pH and nutrient levels

Organic Matter

Add 5-10 tons of compost or farmyard manure per acre annually

Tillage Practices

Deep plow (15-20cm) before planting to improve soil structure

Pro Tips:

  • Maintain soil pH between 6.0-7.5 for most crops
  • Use green manure crops like sunnhemp between seasons
  • Practice crop rotation to prevent nutrient depletion

Planting Best Practices

Proper planting techniques ensure healthy crop establishment:

Crop Season Spacing (cm) Planting Depth (cm)
Wheat Winter 20 x 5 5-6
Rice Monsoon 20 x 15 2-3
Cotton Summer 90 x 60 4-5

Pest Management

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies:

Common Pests

  • Aphids
  • Stem Borers
  • Whiteflies

Organic Controls

  • Neem oil spray (5ml/liter)
  • Trap crops like marigold
  • Biological controls (ladybugs)

Recommended Products

Neem Oil

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Organic pest control solution

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Microbial Inoculant

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