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Hello LinkedIn members, There are few insects which feed upon other insects. If these insects feed on the other insects which affect the agricultural crops they are called beneficial insects, and they can be used to control the pest population in the agricultural fields. Here is one such example of beneficial insects i.e., Ground beetle and it feeds on Rice leaf folder larvae effectively and can be utilized to control the pest population in Rice fields without the necessity of pesticides... #agriculture #farming #rice #naturalremedies #ecosystem #integratedpestmanagement #insects #icar #tnau #irri #lpu

The wet is the most important period for most Nigerian farmers. Maximising the seasons leads to optimal productivity for them. Here are crops that can be planted in the wet season with their average maturity periods: Staples Maize: 60-100 days Rice: 90-180 days Yam: 6-12 months Cassava: 6-24 months Cash crops Groundnut: 90-150 days Soybeans: 70-150 days Sesame seed: 90-150 days Vegetables Tomatoes: 60-100 days Okra: 50-70 days Pepper: 60-90 days. To get more insight on wet season farming click on this link https://lnkd.in/dYq8Z-Ci #wetseason #commodities #agriculture #farming

According to the government's Crop Estimates Committee (CEC) South African farmers are expected to harvest 19.3% less maize in the 2023/24 season compared to the previous year. Venturing into farming various crops is one way in which farmers can guard against the risk faced by the climatic conditions caused by El Niño. Crop rotation is decided by the farming region and area. Wheat, canola, barley, and sunflower are alternative crops to rotate with maize. #soilhealth #farming

🌾 Harvest 🌾 Although not the same for everyone and very weather dependent, harvest season typically happens between late June and early September. The most optimum time to gather the grain and harvest the haul, but farmers need a pest free place to store the fruits of their labour. Protecting and preserving harvested grains from insects and ensuring their continued quality is a vital part of arable, cereals & agricultural farming. It's always easier said than done, but by being informed and educated on the types of insects that can negatively impact your grain and livelihood will ultimately protect your pocket. Lodi UK are Supporting British Farmers with stored grain safeguarding and pest protection. Read all about it - https://lnkd.in/gqUMJNNJ #Agri #Farming #SupportBritishFarmers

*General management in farming* ⬛Choose fertile soil, test and nourish it. ⬛ Select good seeds, plant at right depth and spacing. ⬛Weed wisely, control pests and diseases promptly. ⬛Water appropriately, fertilize based on crop needs. ⬛ Monitor growth, harvest at optimal maturity indicator. #farming #agribusiness #agriculture

Chickens are a vital part of many farms, especially for their egg production. But how much do you know about chicken eggs? 🧐 Quiz Question: How long does it take for a chicken egg to hatch once it has been laid and incubated? A) 14 days B) 21 days C) 28 days D) 35 days Comment below with your answer and let's see who knows their chicken facts! 💬👇 #Farming #Agriculture #AgriQuiz #ChickenEggs #SustainableFarming

What are the advantages of eating raw sugarcane? Are there specific varieties of sugarcane that make white and brown sugar? Or is it's specific type of milling? #improvedlivelihood #agricultureconsultant #farming #agriculture

Growing seasons are often affected by bad weather, and these adverse growing conditions can carry over into harvest through lodged corn. Whether it is caused by stalk root, weather, or any combination of less-than-ideal conditions, some producers will have to be careful when harvesting lodged corn. 🌽 For tips on how to harvest lodged corn, check out this article from Farm Progress: https://lnkd.in/g2RqHBfi #cornharvest #rootagadvisory #agriculture #farminginthewest

Ensuring crop harvest quality is vital for farmers, both smallholder and commercial. While optimizing yield is crucial, maintaining top-notch quality standards is equally important. Quality training and storage practices are essential and remain a yawning gap for smallholder farmers to attract better markets from global food companies, uplifting their living standards. #CropQuality #Farming #Agriculture

Do you know what is MSP for farmers. Basically MSP is Minimum Support Price at which crops of farmers should be sold. For eg: There is Crop A and the MSP of crop A fixed by government is Rs 100/tonne. Now Farmers go in open market and the market price is Rs 75/tonne which is low compared to MSP. So now MSP helps farmers to sell their crops to government at Rs 100/tonne so that their basic costs and margin are covered. Follow #aapkaca and Rupesh Lakhotia to know about market terms #msp #farmers #agriculture #farming #business #linkedin