Off-Season Okra Cultivation: Boost Your Income with Expert Advice from Raipur Scientist
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News18•13-01-2026, 11:00
Off-Season Okra Cultivation: Boost Your Income with Expert Advice from Raipur Scientist
- •Krishi Vigyan Kendra Raipur advises farmers on scientific farming for profitable vegetable production, specifically off-season okra.
- •Dr. Manoj Kumar Sahu recommends off-season okra cultivation (winter) for better market prices, using varieties like 'Bilasa'.
- •Sowing 'Bilasa' variety between December and January ensures timely growth and production.
- •Maintain 15 cm plant-to-plant and 30 cm row-to-row distance for optimal growth and yield.
- •Monitor and control pests like aphids (sulfur spray) and caterpillars (Emamectin Benzoate), and whitefly (Imidacloprid) to prevent viral diseases.
Why It Matters: Off-season okra cultivation with scientific methods can significantly increase farmer income due to high market demand.
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