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Black Pepper
Complete crop cultivation information
Crop Summary
Category: Spices
Season: Kharif
Soil Type: Humus-rich well-drained loam
Climate: Warm humid with rainfall and partial shade
Water Requirement: Moderate to high
Average Yield: About 1-2 t/ha dry pepper
Crop Description
A perennial vine grown with support trees and requiring drainage and disease monitoring.
Sowing & Harvesting
Sowing Time: June-August
Harvesting Time: December-March
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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