Package and Practices of Moong Cultivation
Moong crop is ready in less time and gives good profits to the farmers. This crop also improves the quality of the soil. If you want to earn more in farming with less effort, then moong farming is the best option.
Moong crops are ready in less time and give good profits to the farmers. This crop also improves the quality of the soil. If you want to earn more in farming with less effort, then moong farming is the best option.
1. Suitable climate and soil
- Climate: Moong grows well in hot and dry climates. Its production is better at 25-35°C.
- Soil: Loamy or light sandy loam soil is ideal for moong. The pH of soil should be between 6.5-7.5.
2. Selection of improved varieties
- Varieties: Select improved seeds, like Virat gold, Virat, Svm 55, Svm 66, Svm 88, Svm 98
- Choose disease-resistant varieties to reduce the risk of disease in the crop.
3. Field preparation
- Plow the field thoroughly and level it.
- Use organic manure or cow dung manure to maintain the physical and biological fertility of the soil.
- Add phosphorus and potash to the soil before sowing.
4. Seed treatment and sowing
- Seed treatment: Treat seeds with Rhizobium and Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria (PSB) before sowing.
- Sowing time: Sow in the Kharif season in late June or early July.
- Sowing depth: Sow seeds at 3-4 cm depth.
- Seed rate: 20-25 kg seeds per hectare are sufficient.
5. Irrigation and Water Management
- Do light irrigation immediately after sowing.
- Pay special attention to irrigation at the stage of flowering and grain filling.
- Do not allow waterlogging in the field.
6. Manure and Fertilizer Management
- Use nitrogen, phosphorus, and potash in appropriate proportions.
- The use of organic fertilizers and vermicompost helps increase production.
7. Disease and Pest Management
- Disease: To avoid yellow mosaic disease, grow disease-resistant varieties and spray insecticides.
- Pests: Use neem oil or recommended insecticides to protect against aphids and whiteflies.
8. Harvesting and Storage
- Harvest when the pods start turning yellow and dry completely.
- Dry the seeds thoroughly before storing so the moisture content is 8-10%.
9. Intercropping and mixed farming
- Growing moong as an intercrop with sugarcane, sorghum, or maize increases soil fertility and production.
10. Continuous monitoring and management
- Monitor the crop regularly.
- Remove weeds at the appropriate time.
- Manage natural resources effectively.
- By adopting these technologies both production and quality of moong can be increased.
