Y.S. Dhruw1*, H.K. Awasthi2 and M.A. Khan3
1Department of Agricultural Extension, IGKV, Raipur (C.G.) 492012
Department of Agricultural Extension, IGKV, Raipur (C.G.)
3Department of Agricultural Extension, IGKV, Raipur (C.G.)
Email: yuvrajdhruw.igkv@gmail.com
Received-07.06.2018, Revised-24.06.2018
Abstract: The study was undertaken on ‘existing cultivation practices of turmeric by the turmeric growers’ of Chhattisgarh Plains. A total of 320 farmers were considered as respondents for this study. Respondents were interviewed through personal interview. Collected data were analyzed with the help of suitable statistical methods for assessing the different components of turmeric cultivation like improved variety, recommended seed rate, recommended fungicide for seed treatment, fertilizers application and chemicals for plant protection.
Keywords: Existing, cultivation practices, turmeric growers, turmeric cultivation
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