20–30°C
Ideal temp
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Kharif and Zaid Crop · Malvaceae Family
Ladyfinger is a fast-growing, warm-season vegetable grown across India in two seasons. It is cultivated for fresh vegetable markets, domestic use, and industrial fibre extraction. The crop has a total field duration of 90–120 days with a continuous harvest window of 6 to 8 weeks.
First harvest: 45–60 days
Two seasons: Kharif and Zaid
Optimal temp: 20–30°C
40–60 qtl per acre
20–30°C
Ideal temp
Sandy loam to clay loam, pH 6.0–6.5
Best soil
45–60 days
First harvest
90–120 days
Total duration
40–60 qtl
Yield/acre
Feb–Mar (20–29°C)
Zaid sowing
June–July (25–35°C)
Kharif sowing
Ladyfinger completes five growth stages from germination to the end of the harvest period. Total crop duration is 90 to 120 days.
Germination
Day 5–7
Vegetative growth
Day 15–25
Flowering
Day 30–40
First harvest
Day 45–60
Season ends
Day 90–120
Basic agronomic and physical characteristics of the Ladyfinger crop.
Plant type
Erect annual herb
Fruit colour
Dark to light green
Fruit length
10–15 cm at harvest
Taste
Mild, slightly mucilaginous
Water need
Every 4–5 days in summer; 10–12 days in rainy season
Temperature
20–30°C optimal; germination fails below 17°C
Variety selection depends on cropping season, soil type, and target market. Hybrid varieties generally produce higher and more uniform yields. Open pollinated varieties have lower seed cost.
Developed by IARI New Delhi; dark green fruits 10–12 cm; ready to harvest in 50 days; suitable for summer and rainy season; yield 48–60 qtl/acre
Developed by IARI New Delhi; light green fruits; early maturing; suitable for spring and summer season
Developed by ICAR-IIHR Bengaluru; resistant to yellow vein mosaic virus; yield 80 qtl/acre; widely recommended for commercial cultivation
Medium-long fruits with good keeping quality; tolerant to yellow vein mosaic virus; ready to harvest in 120 days; yield 40–48 qtl/acre
Developed by PAU Ludhiana; hairy dark green fruits; ready to harvest in 55–60 days; tolerant to yellow vein mosaic virus; yield 40–48 qtl/acre
Resistant to yellow vein mosaic virus, jassid and fruit borer; dark green medium-sized fruits; yield 40 qtl/acre
Indicative figures for one acre under standard management conditions. Actual returns vary with season, variety, and market access.
Common pests, diseases, and management issues in ladyfinger cultivation. Early identification and timely management help reduce crop loss.
Larvae bore into shoots during vegetative growth causing drooping; later infest fruits internally making them unmarketable. Destroy infested parts immediately. Spray Spinosad 1 ml per litre or Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC 7 ml per 15 litres of water at first sign.
Network of yellow veins on leaves; stunted plant growth; fruits turn yellow, small, and tough; can cause 80–90% yield loss. Use resistant varieties like Arka Anamika and Punjab 7. Remove and destroy infected plants immediately. Control whitefly vector by spraying Dimethoate 300 ml per 200 litres of water.
Colonies on young leaves and fruits suck sap; cause curling, deformation, and honeydew-induced sooty mold. Apply Dimethoate 300 ml per 150 litres of water at 20–35 days after sowing. Repeat if necessary.
White powdery growth on young leaves and fruits; severe infestation causes premature defoliation and fruit drop. Spray Wettable Sulphur 25 gm per 10 litres of water or Penconazole 10 ml per 10 litres of water; repeat four times at 10-day intervals.
Ladyfinger is sensitive to root zone saturation; causes root rot and wilting. Avoid alkaline, saline, and poorly drained soils. Sow on raised ridges and furrow layout, especially during Kharif season.
Ladyfinger is grown commercially across a range of agro-climatic zones in India.
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Wheat is grown as a Rabi crop, sown from October to December and harvested from March to May.
Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh are among the major wheat-producing states.
Wheat is grown as a Rabi crop, sown from October to December and harvested from March to May.
Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh are among the major wheat-producing states.
