Have you ever considered the journey of your favourite T-shirt? It is made from cotton farming, which gives us fiber, a vital raw material for many textile Industries. Learn about the tips below:
Healthy soil yields better. Always try to add organic manure, suppress weeds and help soil retain moisture. Consider using cover crops to improve soil Fertility.
Wait for warm soil temperatures and favorable weather conditions. Plant seeds at a proper depth of around ½ inches to ensure good germination and better yield.
Cotton plants need water, so targeted irrigation methods should be used to deliver water to the roots directly. Techniques like drip irrigation are used to conserve water and avoid water logging.
Unwanted weeds compete with Cotton plants for Nutrients and water. So, from the start, focus on removing the unwanted Weeds. Using herbicides to remove the weeds is a good approach.
Implementing IPM methods to monitor pests in the field and use natural ways to control them when possible. This helps reduce the use of chemical fertilizers and protects beneficial insects.