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Sesame Field
Water management in sesame crop:Sesame crop is a drought tolerant crop mainly grown in rainfed and irrigated areas. Proper water management is essential to ensure seed production and oil quality. Sesame water requirement varies throughout its growth stages. Both excess water and prolonged drought can adversely affect productivity. Sesame can tolerate short and dry periods, but drought during flowering and seed development can cause significant reduction in yield. Sesame is highly sensitive to waterlogging, especially in the early stages of growth. Efficient use of water:
Timely and adequate irrigation enhances root development, seed setting and oil content.
Important water stages:
Production stage Flowering stage Pod development and seed filling stage During these stages, water deficit in the crop can cause flower drop, pod spoilage and reduction in seed size. Water requirement of the crop Total water requirement 350 to 500 ml per crop cycle Soil type Weather conditions and cultivation depend on
Water schedule:
Rainfed conditions Sow at right time with onset of monsoon Use mulching intercropping to maintain soil moisture Foliar sprays of potassium nitrate or urea can help reduce the effects of drought First irrigation 20 to 25 days after sowing During tillering Second irrigation After 35 to 40 days at flowering Third irrigation During pod formation After 50 to 55 days If soil moisture is low, additional irrigation can be given during seed filling For water saving and better performance Drip irrigation is ideal.
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