Wheat Irrigation: Second Watering Crucial for Grain Formation, Timing is Key
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News18•28-01-2026, 04:55
Wheat Irrigation: Second Watering Crucial for Grain Formation, Timing is Key
- •The second irrigation of wheat is critical for ear development and grain formation, impacting overall yield.
- •Shiv Shankar Verma, an agricultural expert from Raebareli, advises irrigating 40-45 days after sowing, during the knot formation or tillering stage.
- •Proper water management is essential; avoid both excessive and insufficient watering for optimal plant growth.
- •Weed control before or after the second irrigation is vital to ensure nutrients and moisture reach the wheat plants.
- •Applying a balanced amount of nitrogen fertilizer with the second irrigation promotes healthy plant and ear development.
Why It Matters: Timely and balanced second irrigation, along with weed control, is crucial for maximizing wheat yield.
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