Cultree

 As the monsoon (मानसून) revives the Indian landscape, it brings a prime window to cultivate marigold (गेंदा) —a flower that combines beauty with economic promise. Sowing marigold seeds around mid-June and transplanting by mid-July gives farmers a head start, with blooms often appearing within 45–70 days of sowing. This fast growth cycle and high demand for flowers make marigold one of the most lucrative options in the Kharif season. Yet success in monsoon marigold farming hinges on overcoming specific challenges. Heavy rains often trigger fungal diseases like powdery mildew (पाउडरी मिल्ड्यू) , leaf spots (पत्तों के धब्बे) , and blight (झुलसा रोग) , while water logging may invite root rot (जड़ सड़ा) , especially in poorly drained fields. Simultaneously, insect pests such as aphids (एफ़िड्स) , thrips (थ्रिप्स) , whiteflies (व्हाइटफ़्लाइज) , and caterpillars (कीड़े) can damage tender flowers. Adding fuel to the fire, weeds compete fiercely with marigolds for nutrients and space....

Monsoon Farming Guide: Best Products for a Healthy Kharif Crop (मानसून फसलों के लिए संपूर्ण मार्गदर्शिका) As the monsoon season (मानसून ऋतु) graces the fields of India, it brings with it both opportunity and challenge for farmers. This is the peak time for cultivating Kharif crops, which rely heavily on rainfall for their growth. Farmers across the country are busy sowing crops like paddy (धान), maize (मक्का), cotton (कपास), soybean (सोयाबीन), groundnut (मूंगफली), and pigeon pea (अरहर/तूर). These crops are highly responsive to climatic conditions and require careful management throughout the season to ensure a healthy and profitable yield. However, the monsoon doesn’t just bring water — it  also brings increased risks. Continuous rains often lead to nutrient deficiencies (पोषक तत्वों की कमी) in soil, especially of micronutrients like zinc (जिंक), sulphur (सल्फर), and iron (लोहा). Excess moisture causes these nutrients to leach away from the root zones, leaving plants weak and pale...