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Geolife Tabsil: Boosts Chilli Crop Health, Growth, and Resistance at All Stages 

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Geolife Tabsil: Boosts Chilli Crop Health, Growth, and Resistance at All Stages 
Geolife Tabsil: Boosts Chilli Crop Health, Growth, and Resistance at All Stages 

The effervescing tablet product Tabsil contains a high concentration of ortho-silicic acid (OSA), which is necessary for the development of the immune system and plants. It is the fifth essential component for the formation of cell walls and aids in fortifying crops. In fields with irrigation water, the effervescing tablet facilitates application. Plant defense against a range of abiotic and biotic stresses are induced by the application of Tabsil® through morphological, physiological, and biochemical mechanisms. Silicon present in Tabsil® strengthens cell walls, preventing lodging and enhancing plant uprightness. It regulates nutrient uptake and transport, regulates water balance, and enhances photosynthesis, contributing to overall plant growth. 

Chilli Crop 

Crop Stages 

  1. Vegetative stage 
  2. Flowering Stage 
  3. Maturity Stage 
  4. Harvest Stage 

Crop Management with Geolife Tabsil at various crop stages 

  1. Vegetative Stage  

Plant height increases and abundant branching are traits of the vegetative period. With primary, secondary, and territorial branching, the chilli plant is a heavily branched herbaceous plant. For increased aeration and sunshine infiltration into the canopy, extensive branching is favored over compacted cultivars.  Maximum rooting occurs during this time. An excessive amount of nutrient application  lengthens the vegetative development period. 

Crop Development 

The vegetative stage begins approximately 40 to 45 days after sowing. Following germination, chili plants produce true leaves and shoots. During this stage, the application of Tabsil is essential for promoting plant growth. As the plant matures, its stem elongates and thickens. Branching becomes crucial for enhancing overall foliage, ultimately contributing to the development of flowers and fruits. 

Product usage 

  • Tabsil is applied for all the crops like vegetables, fruits and field crops. 
  • The recommended dose is 1 gm / L of water for foliar application. Repeat the spray at 15 days after first spray 
  • It enhances stress resistance, strengthens upright growth, regulates nutrient uptake, and improves water management. It also enhances photosynthetic efficiency, resistance to abiotic stresses, and increases leaf thickness for pathogen resistance. 

2. Flowering stage  

Flowering typically begins around two months after transplanting chili plants or approximately 80–85 days into their growth cycle. During this stage, you will witness small white flowers with star-shaped petals, featuring purple anthers and filaments.  The appearance of flowers indicates that your chili plant is thriving under the conditions you’ve provided, and it is ready for reproduction.   

Crop Development 

The chilli plant is often cross-pollinated and 50% natural. After anthesis and pollination, more than 40 days are needed for fruit development and maturity. Anthesis often happens around 5 AM. Stigma is responsive starting the day before anthesis and persisting for two days following anthesis. About 20-30% of the blooms produced in chilli plants are used to set fruit. 

Product usage 

  • Tabsil is applied for all crops like vegetables, fruits and field crops. 
  • The recommended dose is 1g/lit of water for foliar application. If requires, repeat the spray at 15 days after first spray 
  • Tabsil is a plant defense system that enhances plant health by providing a strong physical barrier against pests and diseases. 

3. Maturity stage  

The maturity stage in chili crops is a crucial phase that determines when the chilis are ready for harvest. Most chilli plants will reach maturity after 80 to 120 days. By following proper care and techniques, you can even speed up the process and achieve the harvest stage as early as 65 days. The right signs of maturity ensures a flavourful and successful chili harvest. 

Crop Development 

By applying Tabsil, chili crops can enhance both fruit quantity and size. Approximately 35 days after anthesis, the fruits reach complete maturity. Depending on the variety, their color transitions from green to red or purple. At full maturity, which occurs around 40 days after anthesis, the fruits contain approximately sufficient moisture. 

Product usage 

  • Tabsil is applied for all the crops and is compatible with all kinds of fertilizer and various agrochemicals. 
  • The recommended dose is 1g/lit of water for foliar application, repeat the spray at 15 days after first spray 
  • Tabsil is an effervescent tablet product rich in ortho-silicic acid, essential for plant development and immune system development. 
  • Tabsil also enhances biotic stress resistance, reducing the need for chemical interventions. 
  • Its role in boosting photosynthesis and growth directly contributes to increased plant growth and productivity. 

4. Harvesting stage 

Chilli which is used for table purpose are harvested in green colour stage, whereas for canning and chilli powder purpose, fruits are harvested at red colour stage.  Harvesting chili peppers is an exciting stage in the growth cycle, and it’s crucial to do it at the right time to ensure optimal flavor and quality. 

Crop development 

First-picked fruits are longer than those collected later, and a similar weight trend is also observed. The weight of the fruit at maturity varies according to the cultivar, harvest period, soil quality, and cultural practices. Depending on the variety or hybrid, fresh fruit can weigh from 1g to 300g. 

Product usage 

  • Application of Tabsil in various crop stages with the respective method of application ensures the good germination of seeds, leaf and shoots development. 
  • After the harvest, Tabsil helps to increase the storage life of chilli. It also acts as a barrier for the entry of pests and diseases. 

Conclusion

Throughout the growth cycle of chili crops, ensuring an adequate nutrient supply is crucial. Tabsil fulfills this essential role by providing necessary nutrients, promoting crop growth, and enhancing biotic stress resistance. As a result, the reliance on chemical interventions is reduced. The convenience of Tabsil’s tablet form simplifies the application process, making it farmer-friendly. Tabsil’s multifaceted functions include regulating nutrient uptake and transport, maintaining water balance, and boosting photosynthesis—all contributing to overall plant health and productivity. 

Geolife Carbon Stone: Boosts soybean growth, enhances yield, and enriches soil fertility sustainably

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Geolife Carbon Stone: Boosts soybean growth, enhances yield, and enriches soil fertility sustainably
Geolife Carbon Stone: Boosts soybean growth, enhances yield, and enriches soil fertility sustainably

Carbon Stone is a crop nutrition product, which is an organic stone-like carbon product extracted through proprietary Microbial Extraction Technology, containing activated carbon. The good carbon level in soil is about 0.5-3%, but in the last 70 years, Soil Organic Carbon (SOC) level in India has decreased from 1% to 0.3%. Over the concern, application of external carbon is necessary to improve rhizospheric soil fertility, promoting water-holding capacity, aeration, and nutrient availability for improved growth and yield of soybean and many other crops. It also provides a habitat for beneficial soil microbes, which can aid in nutrient cycling and improve overall soil health. This article gives a complete knowledge about carbon stone, its application and benefits on soybean crops. 

Crop: Soybean 

Throughout their life cycle, soybeans go through different growth stages, and each one has its unique requirements for optimal crop health and productivity. To maximize yields, farmers must apply appropriate crop nutrition from vegetative to harvesting crop stage. 

Crop Stages 

  1. Vegetative stage
  2. Flowering Stage
  3. Maturity Stage

Crop Management with Geolife carbon stone at various stages of soybean crop

Carbon stone enhances seed germination by maintaining a stable environment, retaining moisture and nutrients around the seeds. It also supports beneficial microbial communities, leading to better flower sets and increased crop yield.

1. Vegetative Stage 

The soybean growth stage from seed germination to flower and pod production is critical for the plant’s development. During this period, the primary root emerges from the seed, pulling the cotyledons to the soil surface. Cotyledons supply nutrients for the plant for 7 to 10 days after emergence and losing one cotyledon during this time can impact overall plant growth.

Crop Development 

After 7-10 days of sowing, apply Carbon stone crop nutrition to the soybean crop. This leads to cotyledon emergence, followed by the appearance of first and second trifoliate leaves. The plant reaches a length of 6-8 inches and begins nitrogen fixation. 

Product Usage 

  • At the vegetative stage Carbon Stone is broadcasted at the rate of 1-2 kg/ha. Rates of application will vary depending upon the severity of the deficiency, climate and soil type. 
  • Applying Carbon stone during the vegetative stage enhances soil fertility in the rhizosphere. It improves water-holding capacity, aeration, and nutrient availability, leading to better plant growth and flower set. 
  • Carbon Stone serves as a source of energy and nutrients for soil microorganisms. As microorganisms break down organic matter, they release essential nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur, making them available for plant uptake. 

2. Flowering Stage 

This stage is characterized by development of purple flowers, pod development and seed set in pods. Proper application of carbon stone, water and micronutrients favors the healthy flower and pod set. 

Crop Development 

Applying Carbon stone during the flowering stage prompts soybean plants to bloom. Flowering occurs at 3-6 nodal stages, extending along the main stem and branching. Blossoms can be purple or white, depending on the soybean variety. Since this stage is vulnerable to pests and diseases, providing proper nutrition helps boost crop growth and combat these challenges. 

Product Usage 

  • During the flowering stage, apply Carbon Stone by dissolving 1-2 kg in an ample quantity of water and drenching the roots.  
  • Soybeans typically produce 20-60% of their flowers, the application of Carbon Stone improves flower production and enhances seed filling in pods. 
  • The Carbon Stone supports a diverse and active microbial community in the rhizosphere. Soil microbes play a vital role in nutrient cycling, disease suppression, and organic matter decomposition, contributing to overall soil health. 
  • Carbon Stone influences the Cation Exchange Capacity of the Rhizosphere. CEC is the soil’s ability to hold and exchange essential nutrients, such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium. Higher CEC promotes better nutrient availability for plants. 

3. Maturity Stage 

After the pod set, they start changing its color and dries. This is the indication of maturity. A single pod sets about 4-5 green seeds. Favorable environmental conditions results, good number of seed and pod set. 

Crop Development 

At the Maturity stage the Carbon Stone increases the chances of pod set and good number of seed filling in each pod. The upper four nodes have a 3/16-inch-long pod. During this stage, the plant requires a lot of nutrients for seed filling. Green seeds are formed in the pod.  Before the leaves turn yellow during this stage, three to six trifoliolate leaves may drop from the lowest nodes.

Product Usage 

  • During this stage, the recommended dose of Carbon stone  is 1-2 kg/acre.  
  • Healthy soil microbiology can help suppress soil-borne pathogens that may affect soybean plants during the maturity stage. 
  • The availability of nutrients, improved structure, and enhanced water retention in the rhizosphere directly contribute to increased crop productivity and yield. Healthy soils with sufficient organic carbon support robust plant growth and reduce the conventional fertilizer application. 

Effect of Carbon stone on Soybean yield 

Carbon Stone positively influences soybean yield by promoting early growth, maximizing flower and pod production, and optimizing seed development. Farmers who apply Carbon Stone at the right stages can expect improved crop health and higher yields.   

Conclusion

Carbon Stone, an organic stone-like carbon product extracted through proprietary Microbial Extraction Technology, plays a crucial role in soil health and crop productivity. By incorporating Carbon Stone during the vegetative stage, flowering stage and maturity stage, farmers can promote healthier soybean plants, better flower sets, and increased crop yield.

Geolife Carbon Stone: Boosts soil health, improves cotton growth and yield, eco-friendly farming

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Geolife Carbon Stone: Boosts soil health, improves cotton growth and yield, eco-friendly farming
Geolife Carbon Stone: Boosts soil health, improves cotton growth and yield, eco-friendly farming

Carbon Stone is an organic carbon-rich product extracted through proprietary Microbial Extraction Technology. Resembling a stone, it contains activated carbon and plays a crucial role in soil health and crop productivity. The optimal carbon level in soil ranges from 0.5% to 3%. Unfortunately, over the past 70 years, Soil Organic Carbon (SOC) levels in India have significantly declined, dropping from 1% to 0.3%. To counter this decline, external carbon application becomes necessary. Carbon Stone enhances rhizospheric soil fertility by improving Water-Holding Capacity, Aeration and Nutrient Availability. It also serves as a habitat for beneficial soil microbes. These microbes contribute to nutrient cycling and overall soil health. It supports microbial communities, leading to better flower sets and increased crop yield. In this article, we have explained how carbon stone is beneficial for the cotton crop. 

Cotton Crop 

Cotton crop is one of the important cash crops in India and India is one of the major cotton growing countries in the world covering over 9.44 million hectares. Climatic changes, poor soil health, water scarcity and infestation of crops with various pests and diseases are all the reasons for decreased productivity in India when compared to global average and It is possible to increase the productivity by the introduction of carbon stone. Cotton crop has four critical growth phases which include vegetative stage, flowering stage, and maturity stage. All four growth stages are equally important in acquiring significant yields and ignoring any of the above stages would result in severe yield losses. 

Crop Growth Stages 

  1. Vegetative stage
  2. Flowering Stage / Reproductive Stage
  3. Maturity Stage
  4. Harvesting Stage

Crop Management with Geolife Carbon Stone at various stages of cotton crop 

As a cotton plant grows, the demand for nutrients increases. Earlier in the season, the plant sends all resources into vegetative and root growth. Plants may shed squares and small bolls to preserve larger bolls if the nutrient supply is low. This occurs more often after environmental stress like cloudy weather, high temperatures, moisture stress, or leaf damage during flowering. The application of carbon stone decreases dependency on synthetic fertilizers, encourages environmentally sustainable farming, and improves drought resilience. 

1. Vegetative Stage 

Vegetative growth in cotton involves leaf, node, and root development. During early stages, root growth is prioritized. Carbon Stone, a crop nutrition source in the form of carbon, enhances root development in the rhizosphere. This contributes to overall plant growth in cotton, including root formation, branching, crop height and dense foliage.

Crop Development 

Application of carbon stone during this stage helps to improve the root development in the  rhizosphere. thereby it leads to growth of the main stem, branches with foliage. It resulting in increasing the photosinthesis. When the cotyledons emerge through the ground and spread apart to reveal the apical meristem and hypocotyl, the seedlings have fully established themselves. By this period plant required essential nutrients.

Product Usage 

  • Carbon Stone is sprayed at a rate of 1-2 kg/ha during the vegetative stage. 
  • Carbon Stone supports a diverse microbial community in the rhizosphere, providing essential nutrients for vegetative growth of the cotton crop. 
  • Carbon Stone fosters soil biological activity, maintaining soil health and preventing erosion by supporting microorganisms in decomposing organic matter and releasing nutrients. 
  • Carbon Stone enhances nutrient cycling by making nutrients more available to plants, reducing the reliance on synthetic fertilizers and improving overall nutrient efficiency. 

2. Flowering Stage / Reproductive Stage 

The flowering period typically lasts four to six weeks and is characterized in terms of weeks of bloom. As the once beautiful cotton flower withers and dies, it shrivels up, turns brown, and flakes off. But fear not! Your cotton plant isn’t dying; it’s undergoing a transformation. The developing boll grows larger, transitioning from green to purple and finally brown. When it reaches its full size, the bracts dry, and the boll cracks open. Over time, the bracts continue to separate until the cotton is fully exposed—an open boll that resembles a unique kind of bloom. 

Crop Development 

Carbon stone helps to develop branches with several meristems that develop into fruiting buds and a zigzag growth pattern. Usually, at mainstem nodes 5 or 6, the first fruiting branch appears. Approximately every three days, new fruiting branches begin to sprout, and every six days, squares begin to form at new locations on fruiting branches. Carbon Stone results in improved crop yields, better quality, and increased resistance to stress during this stage. 

Product Usage 

  • During  the flowering stage/ Reproductive stage, the carbon stone is applied close to the root zone at a rate of 1-2 kg/ha and soaked to the roots by dissolving in a large amount of water. 
  • Application of Carbon Stone improves the availability of nutrients, improved structure, and enhanced water retention in the rhizosphere directly contribute to increased crop productivity and yield. Healthy soils with sufficient organic carbon support robust plant growth and reduce the conventional fertilizer application.

3. Maturity Stage   

As the cotton plant matures, the bolls open. The maturity stage typically begins when the initial square appears on nodes 5-7. When the boll reaches its maximum weight and size, it is considered mature. Boll dehiscence occurs as the fibers and seeds inside the fruit ripen. The boll opens when its walls crack and dry. 

Crop Development 

This stage starts at 105- 130 days after planning. Plant node setting and square development are signs of reproductive growth. When the fruiting branch forms, the square (pre-bloom flower bud) forms. This is where the initial square is generated. A second position square and a subtending leaf will be produced by the axillary meristem. 

Product Usage 

  • At the Maturity stage the Carbon Stone is supplied through irrigation water. The recommended dose is 1-2 kg/ha. 
  • Carbon Stone boosts rhizospheric soil fertility and structure, enhancing water-holding capacity, aeration, and nutrient availability for improved plant growth.

4. Harvesting Stage 

Harvesting is a very important stage and a good harvest always depends upon the nutrition application and cultivation practices that are followed during crop production. In cotton the crop comes to harvest in 120-130 days after sowing and it is possible to obtain 3-4 consecutive harvests in one season. The healthy crop cultivated following all proper agronomic practices gives an average yield of 10 to 12 quintals/acre. 

Conclusion

Carbon Stone enhances soil microbes in the rhizosphere, indirectly improving nutrient availability and crop growth. Higher organic carbon content boosts drought resistance, promotes eco-friendly farming, and reduces reliance on synthetic fertilizers. Carbon Stone positively influences cotton yield by supporting root growth, photosynthesis, flowering, fruiting, and overall crop health.

Geolife Carbon-Stone: Enhance Soil Carbon, Nutrient Availability, and Crop Growth

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Carbon-Stone: Enhance Soil Carbon, Nutrient Availability, and Crop Growth
Carbon-Stone: Enhance Soil Carbon, Nutrient Availability, and Crop Growth

Are you experiencing soil organic carbon depletion as a result of farming practices, which could lead to nutrient deficiencies in your plants?

The solution is here! Introducing Carbon-Stone. A product that resembles a stone and is made of activated carbon, produced using an approved method of microbial extraction. By lowering soil organic carbon caused by farming techniques, it assists in supplying the right amount of carbon to the rhizosphere. Rhizosphere microorganisms require activated carbon to develop, as it helps with nutrient insoluble forms.

How Carbon-Stone works?

  • Microbial Support: By promoting the development of a range of microscopic organisms in the soil surrounding plant roots, Carbon-Stone helps provide plants the nutrients they require to grow.
  • Soil Improvement: It improves the clumping and structuring of soil particles, which increases the soil’s capacity to retain water. This enhances the soil’s ability to hold and utilize water.
  • Drought Protection: Carbon-Stone improves the soil’s ability to retain water by increasing the quantity of organic carbon in the soil surrounding roots. This reduces the possibility of dryness.
  • Nutrient Boost: By modifying the rhizosphere’s Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC), Carbon-Stone increases the amount of nutrients that are available to plants. Thus, the plants will have an easier time obtaining the nutrients they require.
  • pH Stability in Acidic Soil: It balances the soil’s pH, maintaining it constant. In order to continuously offer an atmosphere that is suitable to plant growth, this is important.
  • Enhanced Productivity: Carbon-Stone immediately contributes to higher crop productivity and output through improved soil structure, improved nutrient availability, and enhanced water retention. 

Benefits of Carbon Stone

By improving air circulation, nutrient availability, and water-holding capacity for better plant growth, Carbon-Stone 

  • Raises the fertility of rhizospheric soil.  
  • It helps increase soil biological activity, reduce climate change, and retain carbon. 
  • A higher percentage of organic carbon increases resistance to drought, encourages environmentally responsible farming, and lessens the need for synthetic fertilizers. 
  • Additionally, it lowers greenhouse gas emissions and increases irrigation efficiency. 
  •  Testimonials show increased crop quality, yields, and tolerance to challenges. 

Suitability 

Carbon-Stone is suitable for all crops, including decorative plants, fruits, and vegetables.

Dosage

Apply 1-2 Kg /acre.

Application details  

How to use Carbon Stone: 

  • Broadcasting: You can apply Carbon-Stone uniformly throughout the planting area and combine it with other fertilizers at the same time. 
  • Drenching: Dissolve Carbon-Stone with a sufficient amount of water, and then apply or pour it near the plant roots.
    Drenching: Dissolve in an ample quantity of water and apply near the root zone.  Repeated 
  • Drip Irrigation: Use Carbon-Stone with a drip irrigation system after dissolving it in enough water to reach the plant roots. 

Carbon-Stone is compatible with all Agrochemicals

Direction for Use

The quantity of Carbon-Stone that you use will vary depending on a number of factors, including the kind of soil, weather, plants’ needs, and application technique. Find out which remedies from this label are most effective in your area by consulting the specialists at your State Agricultural Experiment Station or Extension Specialists. When plants don’t have enough water, don’t use this product. 

Storage and Disposal

Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal. 

STORAGE: Keep out of direct sunlight and keep in a dry, cool place. Broken container spills can be cleaned up by soaking them on clay or other appropriate absorbent material.

Note: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

Geolife Bactogang 24: Boost Soil Fertility and Crop Growth with Microbial Power

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Bactogang 24: Boost Soil Fertility and Crop Growth with Microbial Power
Bactogang 24: Boost Soil Fertility and Crop Growth with Microbial Power

Are you having trouble getting your crop to completely flourish, perhaps because your soil is deficient in certain nutrients? 

It’s time to stop worrying. Introducing Bactogang 24
Bactogang-Gang 24 of Bacteria isn’t just a typical microbial biofertilizer; it is a unique product meticulously crafted with a team of 24 helpful microorganisms. This ground-breaking product plays a major part in enhancing the soil’s overall fertility by rejuvenating and improving the soil’s nutritional quality. 

Composition

A distinct combination of  

  • Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria,  
  • Phosphate Dissolving Bacteria, and  
  • Potassium Dissolving Bacteria.  
  • Other Beneficial  micronutrient 

It uses microbial extracts and live microbe partnerships and provide unique solution that promotes all-around crop development. With its three kinds of nitrogen-fixing bacteria, Bactogang is made to improve the soil’s nutrient profile and support the general development and well-being of your crops. 

Mode of Action

The process of Bactogang involves the breakdown, fixation, and mobilization of insoluble N, P, and K into forms of nutrients that are readily available. By successfully fixing and making essential nutrients available for plant uptake, this process improves soil fertility. 

Benefits

  • Improved Nutrition Availability: Bactogang makes key nutrients more readily available, giving plants the resources they require for strong, healthy growth. 
  • Better Soil Structure: The use of Bactogang improves the overall quality of the soil for plant growth by helping to improve the soil’s structure. 
  • Enhanced Organic Matter Content: By adding more organic matter to the soil, this biofertilizer makes the soil more nutrient-rich and productive. 
  • Balanced Microbial Population: By assisting in the preservation of a healthy microbial population in the soil, Bactogang fosters the development of a favorable environment for plant growth. 
  • Strong Microbial Species & Enhanced Soil Fertility: Bactogang’s strong microbial species offer a favorable environment for plant nutrition and development by enhancing soil fertility. 
  • Illness Suppression & Reduced Chemical Dependency: Bactogang contributes to the prevention of illness and lessens dependence on chemical inputs, encouraging the use of environmentally friendly and sustainable farming practices. 

Crops compatibility

Bactogang can be used in all crops (vegetables, flowers, cereals, pulses, fruits, spices). 

Dosage

Apply 500 ml / acre for 200 litres of water. 

Application

  • Apply Bactogang by soaking the soil surrounding the roots of the plant to make sure it comes into direct touch with the root zone. 
  • Drip Irrigation/Drecnhcing: To ensure effective distribution to the plant roots, dissolve Bactogang in water and apply through drip irrigation or drenching near root zone. 
  • Broadcasting: combine Bactogang with organic manure to maximize soil fertility by utilizing the combined advantages of both. 
  • To enhance its benefits and advance overall soil health, mix Bactogang with Jivamruta. 

Compatibility

Bactogang should not be used with pesticides since it includes live bacteria, and pesticides may harm these beneficial microorganisms. But it works well with Jivamruta, sand, and organic manure. By combining Bactogang with these substances, you can increase its effectiveness and improve the overall fertility and health of your soil. 

Storage & Disposal

Avoid storing or disposing of anything that could contaminate food, water, or feed.  

STORAGE: Keep out of direct sunlight and keep cold. Broken container spills can be cleaned up by soaking them on clay or another appropriate absorbent material.

Note: KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. 

Geolife Tabsil: Effervescent Silicon Tablets for Stronger, Healthier Crop Growth

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Tabsil: Effervescent Silicon Tablets for Stronger, Healthier Crop Growth
Tabsil: Effervescent Silicon Tablets for Stronger, Healthier Crop Growth

Are you having trouble strengthening your crops or facing problems with plant development?

Tabsil is the solution for you! Tabsil is an effervescent fizzy tablet loaded with ortho-silicic acid (OSA), which is needed for plant and their immune system development. As the fifth vital ingredient for the production of cell walls, Tabsil is necessary for strengthening crops. The tablet’s effervescing fizzy nature makes application easier, especially in fields with a high-water content. Because of this, Tabsil is a practical and efficient way to promote plant health and strong crop growth. 

Mode of Action:

The way silicon functions in Tabsil is amazing! It strengthens the plant’s defenses against diseases, pests, and other environmental stresses by producing a strong barrier of protective layer between the leaf and stem. This strengthens the cell walls of the plant, preventing it from folding and increases endurance to environmental challenges and physical harm. In addition to being an essential component, silicon controls the uptake and delivery of nutrients, keeps the water level in check, and promotes photosynthesis. Each of these activities helps the plant grow and become stronger overall. 

Benefits of Tabsil: 

  • Plant Defense System: Tabsil creates a strong physical barrier that supports plant health and successfully battles off pests and diseases. 
  • Stress Resistance: Improves a plant’s capacity to tolerate a range of stressful circumstances, promoting its ability to survive in harsh environmental circumstances. 
  • Promotes upright growth and lowers the chance of lodging by strengthening the structure of the plant. 
  • Regulation of Nutrient Uptake: Tabsil controls nutrient uptake to guarantee a steady and effective supply for the best possible nourishment for plants. 
  • Water management: Enhances the plant’s internal water balance, which helps with efficient water management.  
  • Application Simplified: Tabsil in tablet form offers farmers a handy and user-friendly solution by simplifying the application process.  
  • Plant productivity is directly impacted by photosynthetic efficiency, which increases growth and photosynthesis. 

Crops:

Suitable to all types of crops, including fruits, vegetables, and field crops. 

Dosage: 

  • Foliar: 1 gm per Ltrs. 
  • Drip/ Drench: 1 Kg per acre 
  • Paddy Field: 1 Kg per acre broadcasting in 1 acre of submerged paddy field. 

Application: 

Twice during the growing phase and flowering fruiting stages, separated by 15 days.

Compatibility: 

This product is suitable with all types of fertilizers and other agrochemicals.  

Direction for use: 

The rate of application will vary based on the severity of the shortfall, climate, soil type, and method used. To choose the treatments from this label that will work best for your particular set of conditions, speak with the Extension Specialists or your State Agricultural Experiment Station. Use caution when using this product on plants that are under moisture stress. 

Storage and Disposal:

Avoid storing or disposing of anything that could contaminate food, water, or feed. 

Keep out of direct sunlight and keep cold. It might be kept in an unheated space. Broken container spills can be cleaned up by soaking them on clay or another appropriate absorbent material.

Note: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

Geolife Vigore: Promote Plant Health, Faster Growth, and Disease Resistance

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Vigore: Promote Plant Health, Faster Growth, and Disease Resistance
Vigore: Promote Plant Health, Faster Growth, and Disease Resistance

Are you having problems with poor root development, insufficient nutrient absorption, too low immunity in plants ,or slow growth in your plants? 

Relax! Introducing Vigore. Vigore is a World’s best biostimulant that contains essential vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants. This scientifically derived mixture, which functions well during the entire plant growth cycle, contains Neurospora crassa extract. It is intended to promote faster root system development, increase nutrient absorption efficiency, boost enzymatic activity, and support higher growth of both roots and shoots.

Mode of action 

It’s amazing how it operates! Because of the special fungal strains from Neurospora crassa found in this extract, plants grow more quickly because their roots form faster, their ability to absorb nutrients is enhanced, and their enzymatic activity is increased. It not only speeds up the growth of shoots and roots—particularly the white ones but it also initiates fruit set and flowering. Higher yields and more successful reproduction are facilitated by this technique. In summary, it has many advantages, such as boosting your plants’ vitality and output. 

Benefits 

  • Boost Enzymatic Activity: Vigore increases plant enzyme activity, which helps make biochemical processes run more smoothly. 
  • Robust Root Development: It encourages strong and healthy root systems, which support the plant’s general stability and vitality. 
  • Holistic Growth: By enhancing nutrient absorption, enzyme activity, and general plant development, Vigore promotes complete development. 
  • Disease Resistance: By strengthening a plant’s resistance to illnesses, this growth enhancer promotes the health and longevity of the plant. 
  • Sustainable Agriculture: By lowering the need for chemical inputs, promoting environmental health, and encouraging long-term management of natural resources, Vigore supports sustainable agriculture practices. 

Applicable for all crops i.e. field crops, fruits, and vegetables. 

Dosage 

  • 1 gm / litre of water – Foliar Application & Drip Application ( or ) 
  • 250 gm/acre – Soil, Drip & Drench Application 

Application  

  • Foliar 
  • Drip-irrigation 
  • Soil application  
  • Drenching near the root zone. 

Compatibility 

It is compatible with most agricultural chemicals and fertilizers. 

Direction of use

Vigore application rates will vary depending on deficiency severity, climate, soil type, and mode of application. It is advised to speak with Extension Specialists or your State Agricultural Experiment Station for advice catered to your unique circumstances. They may offer guidance on the right dosages and application techniques for the best results in your farming situation.

Storage

In order to avoid contaminating food, water, or feed while it’s being stored or disposed of, keep the item out of direct sunlight and in a cool area.  

Cleaning Up Spills: To clean up and contain spills from broken containers, use clay or another suitable absorbent. This guarantees safe disposal and helps in the prevention of additional contamination.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. 

Geolife Vigore Raja: Enhance Soil Health, Crop Productivity and Plant Growth

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Are you having trouble with low crop productivity, poor soil aggregation, and plant growth?

Worry no more! Introducing Vigore Raja. A natural superior yield booster containing vital vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants along with Mycorrhiza and Neurospora crassa extract. It enhances soil aggregation, helps plants develop and establish themselves, increases water-holding capacity, and boosts productivity. 

Wondering about how Vigore Raja works?

This potent blend of mycorrhiza, antioxidants, vitamins, and Neurospora crassa extract strengthens roots, encourages plant growth, and enhances general plant health. Strong white roots are encouraged to grow, nutrient absorption is enhanced, and enzyme activity is raised by Vigore Raja. Better yields and higher-quality crops are produced as a result of increased plant vitality and productivity. Vigore Raja’s special qualities enable balanced enzymatic activity as well, resulting in a healthy and well-structured plant. 

Benefits 

  • Improved Nutrient Absorption: Vigore Raja helps plants better absorb nutrients, making sure they receive the vital components that are essential for growth.
  • Stress Tolerance: It makes plants immune to stress, enabling them to adapt more effectively to harsh environmental circumstances.
  • Root Formation: Vigore Raja strengthens the base of the plant for general health and vigor by encouraging strong root development.
  • Soil Structure: By enhancing the soil’s structure, the product helps to improve the conditions for plant growth and nutrient availability.
  • Output and Efficiency: When mycorrhiza and Neurospora crassa extract combine in a beneficial way, Vigore Raja boosts agricultural output, enhances water usage efficiency, and promotes a healthier soil ecology.

Vigore Raja is applicable for all crops i.e. field crops, fruits, and vegetables. 

Application Dosage 

  • Foliar Application: 1 gm /litre of water.  
  • Drip/ Drenching Application: 250 gm/acre. 
  • Application with Fertilizers or manures: 250gm/acre 

 Ingredients  – Enterprise Specification   

  • Total viable propagules/gram  – 10 spores per gram  
  • Infectivity potential – Inoculum Potential 1200 IP/g (determined by MPN methodwith 10 fold dilution)  

Compatibility 

Vigore Raja should not be used alongside chemical fungicides or bactericides. Soil application of fungicides should be avoided for minimum 7-8 days before or after application of Vigore Raja. 

Direction for use 

Consult the Extension Specialists or your state’s Agricultural Experiment Station for specific guidance. Select the therapies from this label that are most appropriate for your area. When plants are stressed by wetness, don’t apply. To apply, combine Herbal Triangle with dirt, stir it in, and apply it to the roots of trees, bushes, and plants. The application rates for Herbal Triangle will be determined by deficiency severity, climate, soil type, and application method.

Storage and disposal 

Avoid storing or disposing of anything that could contaminate food, water, or feed. 

STORAGE: Keep out of direct sunlight in a cool place. Broken container spills can be cleaned up by soaking them on clay or another appropriate absorbent material. 

Keep it away from children. 

Geolife No-Virus: Organic Viricide for Effective Crop Virus Protection and Health

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No-Virus: Organic Viricide for Effective Crop Virus Protection and Health
No-Virus: Organic Viricide for Effective Crop Virus Protection and Health

Do you ever find it difficult to keep your crops safe from viruses? Many farmers experience it. Your harvest drops as a result and you suffer significant financial loss. Numerous illnesses that could ruin your crops are constantly a threat to your fields. Additionally, some traditional approaches use toxic substances that might damage the ecosystem by remaining on your crops.  

But worry no more! Introducing No-Virus, an innovative organic viricide. It uses the strength of naturally occurring substances such as terpenoids, alkaloids, tannins, polyphenols, and peptides, No-Virus offers a strong defence against a wide range of viruses that affect crops. 

How does it work?

No-Virus acts as a protective barrier for plants against dangerous viruses. It functions in 5 key ways: 

  • No-Virus prevents virus admission by erecting an obstacle that prevents the viruses from attaching. 
  • After the virus is stopped, No-Virus messes with the virus’s outer layer and the plant cell surface. It’s like disrupting the virus’s plans. 
  • No-Virus stops viruses from multiplying inside of cells, which is how viruses generally spread. No Virus obstructs the production of proteins in the cell, which is necessary for the virus to multiply. 
  • Antioxidants are incorporated by No-Virus to help plants in fighting off the danger. Similar to giving your crops an extra layer of security. 
  • No-Virus keeps viruses from adhering to cells, even at the earliest phases of an infection. It’s like containing the virus before it spreads and causes more issues. 

So how does it benefit you? 

Not only does it provide you an efficient management and prevention of viruses, it 

  • Increases a plant’s resistance to infection and its immunity. 
  • Is harmless to the environment and leaves no chemical residues in the soil or on crops. 
  • Is efficient against viruses that cause mottle, leaf curl, and mosaic. 

Dosage and Application

  • Use 3 ml of No-Virus per liter of water. It’s like providing the plants with an early defence against possible diseases. 
  • Use the same amount of No-Virus every fifteen days. Consider it as further strengthening the shield to ensure its continued strength. 
  • Apply this preventive measure three times minimum. 
  • In case your crop is already affected, Mix 3 to 5ml of No-Virus in 1 liter of water. 
  • Apply on the leaves along with an insecticide to control the bugs that spread the disease. 
  • Also, add nutrients to help the plant grow better. 

Second Application (4-5 Days Later)

Repeat the No-Virus application, but this time, use it with a bio stimulant like Vigore from Geolife. 

Repeat Applications

  • Keep applying No-Virus every 10-15 days along with insecticide or bio stimulant, based on the plant’s needs.  
  • No-Virus is compatible with all Agrochemicals.  

Direction for Use 

Use the product amount based on the severity of the problem, the condition of the soil, the climate, and the application method. Always consult with locals who are knowledgeable. Remember NOT to use the product on plants in dry conditions.

Storage Information and Caution

  • keep the product away from water, food, and animal feed. 
  • It should be kept cool and out of the sun. Store it somewhere dry and cool. 
  • To protect the environment if the container breaks, wipe up spills using clay or another appropriate absorbent. 
  • And most importantly, ensure that it is out of reach of children.  

Ginger: Planting & Package of Practices

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Ginger: Planting & Package of Practices
Ginger: Planting & Package of Practices

Ginger (Zingiber officinalis) one of the oldest known spices, is esteemed for its aroma and pungency. It originated in South – East Asia, but was under cultivation in India as well as in China from ancient times. Ginger is perhaps the most widely used spice both for flavoring and for medicinal purposes in the world. It is used in food preparations, confectionery, beverages, making ginger candy/ preserves. In medicine it is considered as a carminative and stimulant. Ginger oil is also used as a flavoring in pharmaceuticals and also in perfumery.

The complete ginger POP has been discussed in this article. It is the most important factor to follow the package of practices of ginger to grow a healthy ginger crop.

Ginger Crop at a Glance

  • Botanical Name: Zingiber officinalis
  • Popularly known as: Ginger (English), Adrak (Hindi), Shunti (Kannada)
  • Crop season: Rabi (March – April)
  • Crop type: spice crop
  • Production: 6-10 tons/acre
  • Varieties: Maran, Karakkal, Rio de Janeiro, Mahim are the high yielding varieties. Emad Chemed, China, Karuppamadi, Rio de Jeneiro are varieties containing high oleoresin.

Soil requirement 

The best soil for ginger cultivation is deep, well-drained, friable, loamy, and rich in humus. Alkaline soil is not good for the growth of crops. Ginger planting in the same field year after year is not recommended.

Before ginger planting, soil preparation of ginger crop starts during summer (March–April), and the land is ploughed twice (crosswise) at a depth of 15–22 cm. Later Norwegian harrows are used to crush exposed clods. To make the soil loose and friable, 3–4 crosswise harrowings are given. In order to stop soil erosion on sloping land, temporary ridges are opened. Before the final harrowing, 15 tons of FYM/ha are applied.

Climate requirement

The climate must be warm and humid for tropical crops. It grows well in regions with 125 to 250 cm of annual precipitation and at 1500 meters above sea level. In ginger cultivation, the rhizome development is best in a cool, dry climate. Plants that thrive in shade need plenty of moisture for good rhizome growth.

Land & Sowing Preparations for Ginger Crop

How to grow ginger crop

Ginger cultivation under rainfed land is split into raised beds that are 1 m wide, 3–6 m long, and 15 cm tall, with a 30 cm gap between each bed for a drainage channel. Beds develop along the contours of hill slopes. Ginger is cultivated in small pits that are spaced 25 cm away from one another and 15-20 cm apart within each row. During irrigation, ridges spaced 40–45 cm apart are opened. Planting is done at a distance of 22–30 cm in small trenches on ridges.

Propagation

Ginger is propagated by using setts, or parts of mother rhizomes. Select healthy ginger setts (ginger seeds) a weight of 20-25 g and 2.5- 5 cm length with two – three eye buds. Before ginger planting, selected sets are treated with Dithane M-45 at 3gm/lit of water for 30 min.

Seed Rate & Spacing

The recommended seed rate for ginger is 1500 kg/ha mother rhizomes. Choose healthy rhizomes free of pests and diseases including rhizome rot and leaf spots. Rhizomes that have sprouted are cut into pieces with two to three eye buds. Each sett should weigh 20–25 g and be 2.5 – 5 cm in length. Spacing for ginger planting is 40 x 20 cm in ridges and furrows.

Time of sowing 

When to grow ginger crop

Ginger planting can be started from the first week of May to the middle of June. The second fourth night of May is considered to be the ideal period for ginger planting. The recommended seed rate is 1500 kg/ha mother rhizomes.

Preparation of Seed Material

One and a half months before ginger planting, for a 1 ha area 1500 kg of pest and disease free rhizomes are chosen as a good ginger farm. Rhizomes were treated with 25% agallol and Monocrotophos for 30 minutes to suppress rhizome flies. Rhizomes are stored in trenches that are made under shade. Dry leaves or straw are used as a bottom lining for the trenches. Rhizomes spread on this dry terrain and are once more covered with straw or dried leaves. This increases the germination rate and reduces moisture loss. The weight of the rhizomes is lost by 30–35% during this time.

Method of Sowing

  1. For an irrigated crop, 75 cm distance is recommended in between the ridges and furrow and  30 x 30 cm spacing is maintained in raised beds techniques. 
  2. Broad ridge method : it is a new technique used for better yield. ridges are made in a dimension of  75 cm wide, 20–30 cm high, and 30 cm between two ridges.

Planting is carried out under “Wapsa” conditions after pre-sowing irrigation. Eye buds should be planted in a ginger farm with the tip facing upward. The rhizomes are inserted 5 cm deep.

Irrigation Schedule

Immediately after ginger planting a light irrigation, later a subsequent irrigation is given every 10 days. Total 16-18 irrigation is required in a crop duration. Crop requires a total 90-100 cm of water for a hector.

Usage of Manures & Fertilizers

Sl.. No. Time of application FYM N (Kg/ha) P2O5 (Kg.ha) K2O (Kg/ha)
1 Preparatory tillage 15
2 At planting 15 60 50 50
3 45 days after planting 50
4 120 days after planting 40
  Total 30 150 50 50

Inter Cultivation Practices

Weeding 

The plot is kept clean by hand weeding during the first 4 – 6 weeks. Depending upon the intensity of weeds, 3-4 weedings are given to have better yield. 

Mulching 

It is practiced in rain-fed ginger farms to prevent evaporation, weed growth and from heavy rains. It protects rhizomes from sun scorching and also maintains soil temperature

Shading 

On the outer edges of raised beds f or shade, seeds of cluster bean, pigeon pea, or castor are sown in irrigation channels.

Earthing up 

The soil around the plants is worked with the help of khurpi to break the fibrous roots and thereby supports new growth. The soil near the rhizomes becomes loose and friable and helps in proper development of rhizomes. At Least two earthing up is required for better growth and development of rhizomes. 

Plant protection

Diseases

Bacterial wilt: Ralstonia solanacearum

Symptoms

It is the most devastating disease, and symptoms usually appear between July and August. The damaged plant’s leaf margins turn brown and curl backward. The plants wilt and die as a whole. A foul odor comes from the rhizome and the base of the infected pseudostem. Milky exudates will seep out of the suspected pseudostem cut end when it is submerged in a glass of clean water. The typical sign is withering of young seedlings in the afternoon.

Management

The main source of disease is seed contamination. Buy only healthy rhizomes from disease-free ginger farms. Before ginger planting treat the seeds with 20g of streptomycin. Remove all affected clumps, then drench the soil with 0.2% copper oxychloride.

Dry rot: Fusarium and Pratylenchus complex

Symptoms

It is a complex disease caused by fungus and nematodes. Dry rot appears in fields in patches and spreads gradually, in contrast to rhizome rot. The affected plants appear yellowing of leaves and stunted. Initially older leaves wilt, followed by younger ones. When the rhizome is in an advanced stage, when cut open it  shows a brownish ring, which is restricted to the cortical region. In contrast to soft rot, the pseudostem of plants with dry rot does not come off easily. The damaged rhizomes are dry and withered.

Management

The nematode problem can be controlled by applying mustard oil cake to the soil at a rate of 40 kg/ha at the ginger farm in furrows. Before ginger planting, treat the rhizomes with hot water at 510 C for 10 min, which is followed by Bordeaux mixture at 1% to control the disease effectively.

Pests

Shoot borer: Conogethes punctiferalis 

Symptoms 

The larvae penetrate the  fragile pseudostem, then it reaches the center portion and feeds on the internal tissues, causing the shoots to turn yellow and dry. There may be an infestation from June through October.

Management

Spray nimbecidine at 2–5 ml/l or Beauveria bassiana at 2–5 ml/l. The shoot borer can be managed by spraying malathion (0.1%) at 21 days intervals during July to October. The spraying is to be initiated when the first symptom of pest attack is seen on the top most leaves on the pseudostem. An integrated strategy involving pruning and destroying freshly infested pseudostems during July- August (at fortnightly intervals) and spraying malathion (0.1%) during September-October (at monthly intervals) is also effective against the pest.

Shoot boring weevil: Prodioctes haematicus

The dead hearts are caused by the grubs’ bore into the pseudostem.

Management

Remove alternative hosts like cardamom and wild turmeric. Adult beetles that are gathered together can be collected and destroyed. Immediately after mother rhizome harvest, spraying nimbecidine at 2 to 5 ml/l or carbofuran 3G granules at 30 kg/ha is recommended.

White Grub or Khumlay : Holotrichia spp

It is a sporadic pest that can occasionally cause significant harm. The grub consumes newly developed rhizomes as well as the roots. Infestation levels are often higher in August and September.

Management

After emerging from their pupal stage, the adult beetles congregate on Ficus or other trees, where they can be collected and destroyed. For the suppression of the grubs, fine cow dung can be combined with the entomophagous fungus Metarrhizium anisophilae and then placed into the field. Prior to sowing, apply 40 kg/ha of neem cake to the soil in endemic areas.

Harvesting and Yield

Harvest ginger when the leaves turn yellow and wither. This is about 8-10 months after planting, depending on the variety used. Care should be practiced during harvesting to minimize injury that results in faster weight loss and susceptibility to decay. A properly managed crop gives an average yield of 20 t/ha.

Post Harvest

For dry ginger purpose, only the outer skin is to be peeled and then dried in the sun for a week. Yield of dry ginger is about 16-25% of green ginger.

Storage: Fresh, disease free rhizomes are selected then treated with solution of Carbendazim + Mancozeb @40 gm/10 ltr of water for 30 min. It will prevent rotting of rhizomes in storage. Then dry the rhizomes in shade. Store dried rhizome in a pit of convenient size, covered with plank having 2-3 holes for aeration. Before storing rhizomes in a pit, spread 1 inch thick sand layers.

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