Description
ખેતી અને વાવણી માર્ગદર્શિકા — ધાણા AgriBee – 2
પાકના શ્રેષ્ઠ સંચાલન, રોગ પ્રતિકારક શક્તિ અને પ્રીમિયમ ગુણવત્તાવાળા ઉત્પાદન માટે સંપૂર્ણ વિગતવાર માર્ગદર્શિકા.
🌾 જમીનની તૈયારી અને ખેડ
જમીનની યોગ્ય તૈયારીથી એકસરખો ઉગાવો અને મૂળનો ઊંડો વિકાસ સુનિશ્ચિત થાય છે.
🌱 યોગ્ય જમીનનો પ્રકાર અને pH
Well-drained loamy to sandy-loam soils with good organic matter; pH range 6.0 – 7.8. ધાણા does not tolerate waterlogging or heavy clayey soils.
✨ મુખ્ય કૃષિ ફાયદા
Fine seedbed tilth ensures rapid and uniform germination, as coriander seeds are small and delicate, requiring shallow soil contact for consistent emergence.
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Deep summer ploughing followed by 2–3 cross-harrowings to produce a fine, clod-free tilth ideal for small-seeded coriander.
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Field leveling and drainage preparation to prevent standing water, which causes seed rot and poor germination.
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Incorporation of 8–10 tonnes/acre of well-decomposed FYM or compost during last ploughing to improve soil structure and nutrient-holding capacity.
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Soil health conditioning — apply gypsum at 25 kg/acre in alkaline soils; use rock phosphate in acidic zones to balance pH for optimal nutrient uptake.
🌱 વાવણીનો સમય અને પદ્ધતિ
Precise seed rate and spacing maximize light interception and canopy development.
| માપદંડ / પેરામીટર | ભલામણ / સૂચના | કૃષિ મહત્વ |
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| વાવણી સમયમર્યાદા | Rabi: 15 October – 15 November | Kharif: 15 June – 15 July (rain-fed or protected zones) | ધાણા is a cool-season crop; Rabi sowing gives better fruit quality and essential oil content, while early Kharif sowing avoids late-season heat stress. |
| બિયારણનો દર (એકર દીઠ) | 20 kg per acre | Ensures adequate plant population for uniform canopy development and maximises fruit-setting without excessive competition. |
| હાર અને છોડ વચ્ચેનું અંતર | 30 cm (row-to-row) × 10 cm (plant-to-plant) | Optimal spacing promotes better air circulation, reduces humidity-related disease pressure, and supports even fruit maturation across the canopy. |
| વાવણીની ઊંડાઈ | 1.5 – 2.0 cm (surface sowing with light soil covering) | ધાણા seeds are small (100-seed weight ~5.7 g); deep sowing severely reduces emergence and germination percentage. |
💧 પિયત અને પાણી વ્યવસ્થાપન
Adequate moisture regulation supports strong vegetative and reproductive growth.
☀️ પાણીની જરૂરિયાત અને પિયત પ્રોફાઇલ
ધાણા is moderately drought-sensitive during germination and early vegetative growth. Under drip irrigation, apply 25–30 mm per event at 7–10 day intervals. The crop performs best with 4–6 irrigation events from sowing to pre-harvest. Drip systems enhance water-use efficiency and reduce foliar disease incidence.
🌦️ Soil ભેજ વ્યવસ્થાપન
In rainfed conditions, ensure timely pre-sowing irrigation (1–2 flood irrigations) to build up soil moisture. Apply mulching with straw to conserve moisture. Avoid waterlogging at any stage, especially during monsoon Kharif sowing, as it causes root rot and seedling mortality.
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First irrigation within 48 hours of sowing to ensure proper seed-soil contact and rapid germination.
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Vegetative phase: light irrigation every 10–12 days to sustain foliage growth and essential oil accumulation.
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Critical stage at 40–50 DAS (initiation of flowering and fruit set) — maintain adequate soil moisture; water stress during this period reduces fruit size and oil content.
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Withhold irrigation completely 10–12 days before harvest to allow fruits to dry on the plant and facilitate easy threshing.
🧪 ખાતર અને પોષણ વ્યવસ્થાપન
Balanced crop nutrition supports robust plant structure and premium produce quality.
| પોષક તત્વ | ભલામણ કરેલ માત્રા (એકર દીઠ) | ઉપયોગ પદ્ધતિ અને સમય |
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| નાઇટ્રોજન (N) | 40–50 kg/acre | 50% basal at sowing + 50% top-dressing at 25–30 DAS as urea |
| ફોસ્ફરસ (P₂O₅) | 25–30 kg/acre | 100% basal application as DAP or single super phosphate during last harrowing |
| પોટાશ (K₂O) | 20–25 kg/acre | 100% basal as MOP alongside P fertilizer for improved fruit filling and stalk strength |
🌿 નિંદામણ નિયંત્રણ અને આંતરખેડ
Timely weed control ensures optimal nutrient and moisture availability for crop seedlings.
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પ્રથમ નિંદામણ અને ગોડ: Carry out at 15–20 DAS using a hoe or cono-weeder. ધાણા has slow early growth and is highly susceptible to weed competition during the first 3 weeks. Shallow hoeing avoids root damage.
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બીજી વાવણી અને પાળા ચઢાવવા: Perform at 30–35 DAS. Light earthing-up around the base improves root aeration and provides anchorage as plants reach 95–100 cm height, reducing lodging risk.
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Mulching Operation: Apply straw mulch @ 2–3 tonnes/acre after second weeding to conserve soil moisture, suppress weeds, and maintain uniform soil temperature throughout the growing period.
🛡️ જીવાત અને રોગ નિયંત્રણ
Proactive crop monitoring and integrated management ensure healthy crop development.
🐛 જીવાત નિયંત્રણ અને સંરક્ષણ
- Aphids (Myzus persicae): Suck sap from young leaves and stems, causing curling and stunting; also vector viral diseases. Control: Spray Imidacloprid 17.8% SL @ 0.3 ml/L or Spirotetramat 15% OD @ 1.0 ml/L at 15–20 DAS. For biocontrol, introduce Aphidius colemani or spray neem-based products (Neem Gold 3000 ppm) @ 3 ml/L.
- ધાણા Fruit Borer (Diaphania indica): Larvae bore into developing fruits causing and seed damage. Control: Spray Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC @ 0.5 ml/L or Bacillus thuringiensis @ 2.5 g/L at early flower initiation stage. Install pheromone traps @ 10/acre for monitoring.
- Leaf Miners (Liriomyza coriandri): Creates serpentine tunnels in leaves reducing photosynthetic area. Control: Spray Cyantraniliprole 10.26% OR @ 0.6 ml/L or spinosad 45% SC @ 0.3 ml/L. Remove and destroy infected leaves promptly.
🔬 રોગ નિયંત્રણ અને ઉપચાર
- Leaf Spot / Cercospora Leaf Spot (Cercospora coriandri): Small circular brown spots with grey centres on leaves, leading to premature defoliation. Control: Spray Mancozeb 75% WP @ 2.5 g/L or Chlorothalonil 50% WP @ 2.0 g/L at first appearance. Practice crop rotation and ensure adequate spacing for air flow.
- Powdery Mildew (Erysiphe cichoracearum): સફેદ powdery growth on leaves and stems, prevalent under humid conditions. Control: Spray Sulphur 80% WP @ 3.0 g/L or Myclobutanil 6.9% WG @ 0.5 g/L. Avoid overhead irrigation and reduce nitrogen overdose.
- Root Rot / Damping-off (Rhizoctonia solani & Pythium spp.): Seedlings show wilting, blackening at base, and collapse. Control: Treat seeds with Trichoderma viride @ 4 g/kg seed or carbendazim @ 2 g/kg before sowing. Ensure well-drained seedbeds and avoid waterlogging.
✂️ કાપણી અને ગુણવત્તા માર્ગદર્શિકા
Harvesting at peak maturity ensures maximum commercial grade and long keeping quality.
⏱️ કાપણીનો સમય અને આયોજન
Harvest at 100–110 DAS when 75–80% of fruits turn light yellowish-brown and seeds harden. Cut whole plants at base using sickle, bundle, and spread for sun drying for 2–3 days before threshing.
⭐ ઉત્પાદનની ગુણવત્તા અને લક્ષણો
Light yellowish mericarps with strong characteristic coriander aroma, high essential oil content (1.5–3.0%), well-filled seeds, minimal broken or shrivelled fruit content, and low foreign matter — meeting spice grading standards.
| ગુણવત્તા માપદંડ | કૃષિ ધોરણ | ખેડૂત અને બજાર ફાયદો |
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| કાપણીનો તબક્કો | 100–110 વાવણી પછીના દિવસો (full physiological maturity) | Ensures maximum essential oil development, optimal seed weight, and superior flavour potency |
| પરિપક્વતાના લક્ષણો | Fruits turn light yellowish-brown; seeds become hard and fragrant; lower leaves begin senescence | Prevents over-maturity that leads to shattering losses and under-maturity that reduces oil content |
| સંગ્રહ ક્ષમતા અને ગુણવત્તા | 3–4 months in gunny bags under cool, dry, well-ventilated conditions; essential oil retained for extended period due to vigorous seed coat | Facilitates storage, long-distance transport, and flexible marketing without rapid quality degradation |
| બજાર માંગ અને યોગ્યતા | Premium quality dry fruits suitable for spice mandis, export markets, oil extraction, and processing units | Uniform size, colour, and aroma attract higher prices from traders and exporters seeking graded coriander |
⭐ જાતની વિશેષતાઓ — ધાણા AgriBee – 2
Distinguishing characteristics that make this variety a top choice for Indian growers.
🌿 જાતની મુખ્ય વિશેષતાઓ
AgriBee ધાણા AgriBee-2 delivers a compact yet robust plant architecture (95–100 cm) with uniform fruiting, making it one of the most reliable coriander varieties for Indian Rabi and early Kharif conditions.
🌿 ઉત્પાદનની ગુણવત્તા અને દેખાવ
Produces light yellowish, well-shaped mericarps with a high essential oil percentage. Seeds are uniform in size (100-seed weight ~5.7 g), well-filled, and exhibit excellent aroma — a hallmark of premium coriander grade.
🌿 વાતાવરણ અને રોગ પ્રતિકારક ક્ષમતા
Demonstrates strong field tolerance to Cercospora leaf spot and moderate resistance to powdery mildew under humid conditions. Vigorous root system confers decent drought resilience during critical fruit-filling stages.
🌿 વિકાસ અને છોડની જોમ
Bushy, upright growth habit with good branching and canopy spread at 30 × 10 cm spacing. Rapid early growth ensures quick ground cover, suppressing weeds naturally and promoting uniform light interception.
🌿 પાક સમયગાળો અને પાકવાનો સમય
Reaches 50% flowering in just 50–55 days and attains full maturity in 100–110 days — one of the earlier-maturing coriander varieties, enabling timely land preparation for succeeding crops in intensive rotation systems.
🌿 બજાર અને ખેડૂત પસંદગી
Farmers favour ધાણા AgriBee-2 for its uniform maturity (simplifying harvest), high oil content, attractive light yellowish fruit colour, and strong market demand. Traders prefer the consistent grading and long shelf life that translate into better realisation.
