"May–June Plantation Focus: How to Grow Paddy and Cotton Successfully"

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Major Kharif Crops for May and June: Paddy & Cotton Cultivation Guide

As the Kharif season begins in South India during May and June, two major crops take center stage: Paddy (Rice) and Cotton. These crops support the region's agricultural economy and play a critical role in food and fiber production. In this blog, we explore key technical practices and pest and disease management, and recommend products available on Agriplex India for successful cultivation.

1. Paddy (Rice) Cultivation

Ideal Conditions

• Temperature: 25–35°C
• Soil Type: Clayey or loamy, with good water retention
• Water Requirement: High; ensure puddling for transplanting

• Sowing Time: May (nursery) and June (transplanting)

Key Technical Practices

• Land Preparation: Puddle the field properly and level for uniform water distribution.
• Seed Rate: 20–30 kg/acre
• Transplanting: 20–25 days after sowing

• Fertilizer Application: Use NPK in 100:50:50 kg/ha proportion or as per soil testing

Major Pests & Controls

• Stem Borer, Leaf Folder, Brown Plant Hopper (BPH)
• Use Coragen Insecticide for stem borer control

• Apply Rynaxypyr for BPH and leaf folder management

Common Diseases & Controls

• Blast, Sheath Blight, Bacterial Leaf Blight (BLB)
• Use SAAF Fungicide for blast and sheath blight

• For BLB, apply Bacterinash or other suitable antibiotics

2. Cotton Cultivation

Ideal Conditions

• Temperature: 20–35°C
• Soil Type: Black cotton soil or deep loamy soil
• Sowing Time: Late May to June

• Rainfall Requirement: Moderate (400–600 mm)

Key Technical Practices

• Seed Treatment: Use biofungicides or Bavistin Fungicide before sowing
• Spacing: 90 x 60 cm for proper aeration and sunlight

• Fertilizer Dose: NPK @ 120:60:60 kg/ha, apply in split doses

Major Pests & Controls

• Bollworms, Aphids, Whiteflies, Jassids
• Spray Heli-X Insecticide or Spinosad for bollworms

• Use Confidor or Actara for sucking pests

Common Diseases & Controls

• Alternaria Leaf Spot, Root Rot, Wilt
• Treat with Kocide or Amistar Top

• Apply Trichoderma for soil-borne pathogens
  

Conclusion

May and June are prime months for starting paddy and cotton cultivation in South India. Following timely technical practices, efficient pest and disease control measures, and using trusted crop protection products can significantly increase yield and profitability. Agriplex India provides a range of quality agro-products to support farmers throughout the growing season.

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