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Discuss the cultivation of cauliflower. |
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Answer» Climatic Requirements: Proper climatic conditions are almost essential according Soil and its Preparation: Sandy loam soil are preferred. pH 6.0 to 7.0. soil must be thoroughly prepared. Seed rate and Time of Sowing: In cauliflower seed rate for early crop is 600 to 750 gm and for late crop 400 to 500 gm /Ha. Layout and Spacing: Spacing for early crop is 45 X 30 cm and late crop it is 60X 45 cm. Cultivars or Varieties: Pusa Meghna, Pusa Deepali, Pusa Sharad, Snowball etc. Manures and Fertilizer: For best results 15 to 20 tons of FYM or compost should be incorporated into the soil about 4 weeks before transplanting. In cauliflower 100 kg N, 50 kg P2O5 /ha, should be given. Harvesting: Cauliflower should be harvested when the head has developed the proper size and is at right stage of maturity. |
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