Suggestions for Better Income from Cotton Cultivation
By yash chouhan 2026-05-01 13:17:51
Good earning from cotton cultivation: Get bumper production with the advice of Agriculture Department
Sowing of cotton has started in Khairthal-Tijara district from April 15 and is likely to continue till the last week of May. This year, the Agriculture Department has set a target of cotton cultivation in 6000 hectares, which is less than last year's target of 10,000 hectares. Last season, sowing could be done only in 8594 hectares. The main reasons behind the decline in cotton area in the region are better prices of millet and onion, lack of water and increasing diseases in the crops.
Necessary preparation for good yield
For better production, farmers have been advised to choose improved varieties of seeds and treat them before sowing. It is necessary to do deep plowing of the field so that the fertility of the soil increases. Also, use of local cow dung manure is beneficial for the crop.
If there is a problem of termites in the field, then apply 10 ml per kg seed. Chlorpyrifos 20 EC and 10 ml. Treat with water mixture. After treatment, dry the seeds in shade for 30–40 minutes and sow them.
Advanced sowing techniques and irrigation
The Agriculture Department has advised sowing by dibbling method:
Row to row distance: 108 cm
Plant to Plant Distance: 60 cm
By arranging rows from east to west, it is said that there is a possibility of getting more production as compared to north-south. The first irrigation should be done about 15 days after sowing.
Fertilizer and Pest Management
Fertilizer: Apply 37.5 kg nitrogen per bigha along with 10 kg potash and phosphorus at the time of sowing.
Termite Control: 4–5 ml. Dissolve Chlorpyrifos 20 EC per liter of water and apply it near the roots.
Disease control: For blight disease, spray 30–32 grams of Mancozeb mixed in 15 liters of water.
Sucking Pests: Kunal Force 25 EC 2ml for jassid and aphid control. Use by mixing it in every liter of water.
By adopting these scientific methods, farmers can achieve better production and more profits in the cotton crop.
