Tropical and subtropical vegetables (2+1)

Seed rate

• The recommended seed rate per ha is 18-22 kg for spring summer crop and 8-10 kg for kharif crop. Higher seed rate could be used if the crop is to be sown early in January as it will augment germination loss due to low temperature. Higher seed rate and lower spacing could also be opted for spring summer crop to lower the field temperature and continued fruiting under frequent light irrigation.