Expert Advisory Details

Advisory for farmers cultivating Maize, Okra, Finger Millet, Soybean and Sugarcane

MAIZE- Keeping in view the possibility of rain in the coming days, do not irrigate the maize crop. Late sowing of maize should be completed by the first week of August.

OKRA- To control the yellow vein mosaic virus, remove and destroy the infected plants.

FINGER MILLET- Keep monitoring the crops and remove weeding should be done in the crop if necessary.

SOYABEAN- Weeding and hoeing should be done in the crop by keeping in view the weather forecast.

SUGARCANE- Keeping in mind the rainfall condition, tying of 5-6 sugarcane in each line should be done at the height of around 2 feet with dried leaves to save them from heavy rain and high wind. Keeping in view the rainfall forecast, it is advised that proper drainage should be maintained in the field.