Crop Managment
1. Manure and fertilizers
During the production of Kale, correct fertilization is the single most important factor that determines the success of a crop. Use well decomposed manure (10-30T/Ha), at the second ploughing and 130kgs of top dressing Urea to be applied 30 days after the manure application.
2. Weeding and mulching
Weeding should be done regularly to keep the field free of weeds in order to avoid their competition for nutrients, sunlight and water with the main crop. Mulching is recommended to help prevent erosion, regulate soil temperature and conserve soil moisture. Earthing of plants may also be done after 2 -3 weeks after transplanting. Earthing operation will also help to remove weeds.
3. Irrigation
The supply of adequate water to the roots of a pepper plant is critical. Under- or over irrigation can have a devastating effect on the outcome of the crop. It is therefore very important to apply water at optimal times. More frequent light irrigations are needed on sandy soils. Higher applications with longer intervals will be needed on clay soils.
When scheduling irrigation, the size of the root system at the time of irrigation needs to be taken into account. In general, the root system can be compared
to the aerial growth of the plant. The roots spread into the soil at a similar rate to which the aerial growth develops.
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