Spinach - Throny Farming Guide

Sowing season is summer and Rabi, however it can be sown round the year under temperate climate. Best month for sowing is Jan-Feb., Sept. to Nov. Seed rate in summer is 14 to 18 kg and in winter is 8 to 12 kg/ha. Spacing of 20-30 cm. in line to line. Farm yard manure 30-40 MT/Ha. NKP ratio of 100: 50: 50 gives goods yield. 8-10 irrigation at a interval of 6-7 days in summer and 10-15 days in winter may be sufficient.

Crop duration is 110-120 days and 6-8 cutting of leaves. Yield potential 100-115 Qtl green leaves and 8-12 Qtl seed/ha.

Yield is effected by high temperature, heavy rain, climatic condition, soil health, PH of water and pest and insect attack.