वैज्ञानिक विधि से सरसों की उन्नत खेती: बीज चयन, बुवाई और कीट प्रबंधन

संपादकीय: Dr. R. K. Sharma (Senior Agronomist)

Maximize your Mustard yield up to 25 quintals per hectare with certified hybrid seeds, balanced NPK application, and timely management of Aphids (Mahu).

Mustard (Brassica juncea) is India primary Rabi oilseed crop. Achieving higher oil content (40%+) and bumper yields requires adopting certified hybrid varieties and precision sowing schedules.

Soil Preparation & Optimum Sowing Time

Well-drained loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5 is ideal. The optimal sowing window across Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Haryana is from October 1st to October 25th when day temperatures settle around 30°C.

Top Performing Varieties

Pusa Bold: High-yielding, bold seeds with 38% oil content.
RH-749 / RH-725: Outstanding frost resistance and drought tolerance.
Giriraj (DRMRIJ-31): High resistance to white rust and powdery mildew.

Aphid (Mahu) Management

Spray Imidacloprid 17.8% SL @ 1ml per 3 liters of water or Neem oil 10,000 PPM during the flowering stage at the first sign of pest colonies.