In this article we will discuss about the tillage and seeding of maize crops. Maize is predominantly a rainy season crop of India. A good seedbed for maize should be fine but compact. Land preparation begins with clearing residues of the previous crop. Soil is loosened to 20-25 cm depth by deep ploughing or disking, […]
Tillage and Seeding of Maize Crops | Maize | Agronomy
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Package of Practices for Maize Production | Maize | Agronomy
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Management practices discussed for kharif and rabi maize are summerised as package of practices for maize production. Package of Production Practices for Kharif Maize: Tillage: 1. A clean, deeply ploughed but firm seedbed is ideal. 2. Ridge sowing is recommended to avoid crop damage due to waterlogging. 3. Shallow drainage channels may be provided at […]
Quality Considerations of Sorghum | Sorghum | Agronomy
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In this article we will discuss about the quality considerations of sorghum. Grain Colour: In general, white grain sorghum is preferred in the country. Most preferred variety in sorghum growing tract of south India is M 35-1 (Maldandi), which is white and shiny. Ethiopians prefer brown grain containing greater amount of tannins. Grain Weight: Bold […]