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Black Gram (Urad)
Complete crop cultivation information
Crop Summary
Category: Pulses
Season: Kharif
Soil Type: Loam to clay loam with good drainage
Climate: Warm and moderately humid
Water Requirement: Moderate
Average Yield: About 0.6-1.2 t/ha grain
Crop Description
A warm-season pulse commonly grown in rotation with cereals.
Sowing & Harvesting
Sowing Time: June-July
Harvesting Time: September-October
Fertilizer Requirement
Use a soil-test-based nutrient plan and apply organic manure before planting.
Common Diseases
Monitor regularly for locally prevalent fungal, bacterial, and viral diseases.
Prevention Tips
Use healthy seed, crop rotation, field sanitation, and integrated pest management.
Farmer Tips
✔ Follow recommended sowing time
✔ Maintain proper irrigation
✔ Monitor for early disease signs
✔ Use balanced fertilizers
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