Darbhanga: Oilseeds, especially mustard, is one of the most important crops in Ravi crop. Mustard is cultivated on a large scale in Darbhanga, but due to lack of correct information and availability of cheap seeds, farmers face problems. If you also want to cultivate mustard, then purchasing seeds from a government organization at subsidized rates can prove beneficial for you.
Where to buy mustard seeds
Aman Kumar, authorized dealer of Block Agriculture Office, Darbhanga, says that buying seeds from a government institution is the cheapest option. Here yellow and black mustard seeds are available for Rs 42 per 2 kg, whereas its price in the market ranges from ₹ 400 to ₹ 1,400.
Rule: It is mandatory to bring identity card (Aadhaar/PAN). Limited stock, first come, first served. online booking
Benefits of mustard cultivation
1. Earning: The yield is 40-50 kg per bag. 1 katha = profit from ₹ 2,400 to ₹ 4,000.
2. Sowing time: November-December (150-180 days harvest).
3. Variety: Yellow Mustard: Early maturing (120 days).
aBlack Mustard: More oil (35-40%).
4. Manure and care: Use of urea, DAP, and cow dung manure.
Pest Management: Neem oil spray to prevent diseases.
5. Government Schemes: Benefits of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi. Seed subsidy (up to 50% subsidy).
Mustard cultivation stages
1. Prepare the land: Plough, rake 2-3 times. pH should be 5.5-6.8
Irrigation: At the time of sowing, flowering and grain formation.
Pesticides: Protection against mustard sawfly and aphid.
Harvesting: Harvest when the plants turn yellow in 150-180 days. Dry in the sun for 7-10 days, then thresh.
use of mustard
Oil: cooking and industrial uses.
cake: animal feed
Leaves: as vegetable or fodder
Medicinal: Pain reliever in Ayurveda
Challenges and solutions
Drought: Adopt drop-irrigation. Pests: Spray Nimbolide.
Mandi Rate: Sell at FCI warehouse or use e-NAM portal.
Mustard cultivation will not only strengthen your financial condition but will also increase the fertility of the soil. Get cheap seeds and subsidies by taking advantage of government schemes. Contact us today and earn double your profits.
