Zaid Season Crops — Start Sowing

1️⃣ Crop Selection:
Choose short-duration, high-yield varieties suitable for Zaid season (60–70 days maturity). Examples: moong, urad, sesame, watermelon, cucumber.

2️⃣ Seed Quality:
Use certified, disease-free seeds for better germination and yield.

3️⃣ Land Preparation:

• Prepare well-drained, fertile soil.
• Ensure proper ploughing, leveling, and moisture retention.

4️⃣ Sowing Time & Method:

• Sow at the beginning of Zaid season (March–May).
• Follow recommended spacing and seed rate for each crop.

5️⃣ Irrigation & Fertilization:

• Provide regular irrigation, especially during flowering and pod formation.
• Apply balanced NPK fertilizers and organic manure as per crop requirement.

6️⃣ Pest & Disease Management:

• Monitor crops regularly for pests and diseases.
• Use integrated pest management (IPM) techniques to minimize chemical usage.

7️⃣ Post-Harvest Consideration:

• Harvest at the right maturity stage to reduce losses.
• Plan storage or market linkages in advance.