Product details
The crop is used as leafy vegetable, its rich in vitamin A and C, protein and calcium.
VARIETIES
White jute and Tosa jute
Ecological requirements
Rainfall:Â 600-2000mm annually
Altitude:Â 0-1500m above sea level
Temperature:Â 15-300C
Soils: alluvial, sandy loam that are well drained and rich in organic matter.
Land preparation
Prepare fine seedbed as the seeds are small. Apply manure 3-4kg per meter square.
Planting
Plant seeds four months from harvestto avoid dormancy or heat treat in simmering water for 5-15 seconds followed by cold water treatment 5-15 minutes. Mix seeds with sand/soil for even seed distribution. Space tall varieties at 10cm by 30cm by 40cm, broad varieties 15-20cm by 45-60cm.
Top dressing
Apply 10g CAN per plant
Pest control
Nematodes:Â Practice crop rotation, drench with Trichoderma or use nematicides
Red spider mite:Â Spray with miticide eg dynamic
Disease control
Leaf spot:Â Remove older leaves, roguing
Powdery mildew: Spray appropriate fungicide eg score
Harvesting
Harvest between 120-150 days after planting when the flowers have been shed. Bind the stems into bundles and dipping in water immediately after harvesting.
Post-harvest handling
Extend shelf life by wrapping leaves in a wet cloth
Packaging
1xMrenda 1cup














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