teak cultivation

Teak, which is green throughout the year, is also known as teak, teakwood and herb. The length of its tree is 80 to 150 feet. Its wood is light and strong. Its cultivation proves to be very beneficial for the farmers. From here you can get information about suitable soil for its cultivation , climate, field preparation, method of transplanting plants etc.

print time

• March to October is the best month for transplanting plants.

• Rainy season is the best for planting new plants.

soil and climate

• It requires moist and tropical environment for its cultivation.

• Higher temperature does not have much effect on it.

• But for better growth the minimum temperature should be 10 to 15 degree and maximum 37 to 42 degree.

• Adequate amount of sunlight should be provided for the growth of plants.

• The pH level of the soil is 6.5 to 7.5 is better.

Field preparation and planting method

• If it is to be planted in the whole field, first of all, do deep plowing once in the field.

• After this, take out the pebbles and stones present in the field.

• Now make the field level by plowing the field 2 to 3 times lightly.

• Now make pits about 50 cm wide and 50 cm deep in the field. Make pits at a distance of 8 to 10 feet. If you want to plant it on all sides of the field, then you can also plant them at a distance of 7-8 feet.

• After keeping it open for a few days, fill the pits by mixing equal quantity of soil in compost or cow dung manure.

• Plant the plants in these pits. Irrigation is necessary after transplanting.

Irrigation and Weed Control

• Irrigation for the first few years is very important for the growth of new plants.

• It is necessary to control weeds in the field for 2-3 years after transplanting the plants.

• It is necessary to control weeds at least 3 times in the first year, 2 times in the second year and once in the third year.

cost and profit

• About 500 plants can be planted per acre of land.

• Planting and maintenance of plants costs 60-70 thousand rupees.

• One can earn 20 to 40 thousand rupees from a teak tree.

• Trees can be cut every 10 to 15 years. In this way, by planting the plants once, you can earn profits from it for many years.

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