Field Preparation

Spread 12.5 t/ha of FYM or compost or composted coir pith evenly on the unploughed field along with 10 packets of Azospirillum (2000 g/ha) and incorporate in the soil.

Plough the field with disc plough once followed by cultivator ploughing twice, after spreading FYM or compost till a fine tilth is obtained.

Forming Ridges and Furrows or Beds

• Form ridges and furrows providing sufficient irrigation channels. The ridges should be 6 m long and 60 cm apart.
• If ridges and furrows are not made, form beds of size 10 m2 or 20 m2 depending on the availability of water.
• Use a bund former or ridge plough to economise cost of production.