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Greater Yam
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Crop Summary
Category: Vegetables
Season: Kharif
Soil Type: Deep fertile well-drained loam
Climate: Warm and humid
Water Requirement: Moderate
Average Yield: About 15-30 t/ha tubers
Crop Description
A perennial vine tuber crop needing support and a long frost-free season.
Sowing & Harvesting
Sowing Time: April-June
Harvesting Time: December-February
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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