In this article we will discuss about the water management for maize crops. Maize is an efficient user of water in terms of dry matter production and among cereals it is potentially the highest yielding grain crop. Although, in deep soils, the roots may reach a depth of 2 m, the highly branched system is […]
Water Management for Maize Crops | Agronomy
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Postproduction Technology of Rice | Rice Cultivation | Agronomy
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The importance of harvesting and postharvest management is underscored by the fact that large losses of crop yield occur due to poor handling techniques. Therefore, harvesting, drying, milling and storage should receive serious attention. i. Harvesting and Threshing: In tropical Asia, rice harvesting is carried out by manual labour. Rice plant is cut with a […]
Package of Practices for Systems of Rice Cultivation | Rice Cultivation | Agronomy
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Package of rice production practices for different systems of rice cultivation are briefly presented: 1. Wet (Irrigated) System: Varieties: A large number of improved varieties/hybrids have been developed to suit various agroclimatic zones in different states of the country. High yielding varieties are also available for problem soils, resistance/tolerance to pests and diseases. Tillage: 1. […]