Description
ખેતી અને વાવણી માર્ગદર્શિકા — ડુંગળી Siddhi Red+
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 content. pH range: 6.0–7.5. Deep, fertile soils free from waterlogging are ideal for optimal bulb development.
✨ મુખ્ય કૃષિ ફાયદા
Loose, well-aerated seedbed promotes rapid root establishment, uniform germination, and healthy pseudo-stem development essential for medium-duration varieties like Siddhi Red+.
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Deep summer ploughing to 25–30 cm followed by 2–3 cross-harrowings for fine tilth and weed elimination.
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Field leveling using laser leveler or traditional method; ensure adequate drainage channels to prevent water stagnation.
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Incorporate 8–10 t/acre of well-decomposed FYM or compost during last harrowing for improved soil structure and moisture retention.
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Soil health conditioning with gypsum (50 kg/acre in saline-affected areas) and sulfur (25 kg/acre to correct alkalinity); conduct soil test before sowing.
🌱 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 | Kharif: June–July | Rabi: October–November | Aligns temperature and moisture conditions for optimal germination and vegetative growth of medium-duration variety |
| બિયારણનો દર (એકર દીઠ) | 50–60 g per Acre (Transplanted) | Ensures accurate plant population with 10–15 shoots per hill and balanced canopy coverage |
| હાર અને છોડ વચ્ચેનું અંતર | 15 cm x 10 cm (Row-to-row x Plant-to-plant) | Provides adequate space for foliage spread (30–45 cm leaf length) and medium bulb development (4.5–6 cm diameter) |
| Sowing / Transplanting Depth | 1.0–1.5 cm depth for direct sowing; transplant at 3–4 leaf stage at same depth as nursery | Shallow sowing ensures uniform emergence; correct transplanting depth prevents lodging and promotes strong pseudo-stem formation |
💧 પિયત અને પાણી વ્યવસ્થાપન
Adequate moisture regulation supports strong vegetative and reproductive growth.
☀️ પાણીની જરૂરિયાત અને પિયત પ્રોફાઇલ
ડુંગળી requires moderate and consistent soil moisture throughout the growing cycle. Siddhi Red+, being a medium-duration variety, needs approximately 450–550 mm of water. Drip irrigation is highly compatible and recommended for water-use efficiency. Avoid both drought stress and waterlogging, as either extremes reduce bulb size and quality.
🌦️ Soil ભેજ વ્યવસ્થાપન
In rainfed conditions, sow at the onset of monsoon with residual soil moisture. Use mulching (straw or polyethylene film) to conserve soil moisture during dry spells. Ensure field drainage is adequate to prevent water accumulation after heavy rains, especially during bulb bulking stage.
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First irrigation within 24–48 hours after transplanting to ensure zero mortality and rapid root establishment.
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Irrigate at 8–10 day intervals during vegetative phase depending on soil type and weather conditions; maintain soil moisture at field capacity.
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Critical stage: Bulb initiation and bulking (60–80 DAS) — maintain consistent moisture; water stress at this stage drastically reduces bulb diameter and pseudo-stem development.
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Withhold irrigation 10–12 days before harvest to allow curing of outer skin, improve shelf life, and prevent storage rot.
🧪 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) | 60–80 kg/acre | 40% basal at transplanting/sowing; remaining 60% in two equal split doses at 30 and 60 DAS |
| ફોસ્ફરસ (P2O5) | 40–50 kg/acre | 100% basal application as DAP (21:54:0) or SSP incorporated during last ploughing |
| પોટાશ (K2O) | 40–50 kg/acre | 100% basal application as MOP (60:0:0); split not required but second dose at 45 DAS improves bulb firmness and color intensity |
🌿 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 first weeding at 15–20 DAS using hand hoe or culture stack. Keep the field weed-free during the critical early growth period to reduce competition for nutrients and moisture, ensuring vigorous foliage development.
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બીજી વાવણી અને પાળા ચઢાવવા: Second weeding at 30–35 DAS combined with light earthing-up around the base of plants. This supports the pseudo-stem (medium height 3–5 cm), improves root aeration, and prevents lodging as the plant attains full foliage length of 30–45 cm.
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Mulching and Inter-row Cultivation: Apply black polyethylene mulch or organic straw mulch immediately after transplanting to suppress weeds, conserve moisture, and maintain soil temperature. Perform inter-row hoeing at 45 DAS to loosen soil and promote deeper root penetration without damaging shallow fibrous roots.
🛡️ જીવાત અને રોગ નિયંત્રણ
Proactive crop monitoring and integrated management ensure healthy crop development.
🐛 જીવાત નિયંત્રણ અને સંરક્ષણ
- ડુંગળી Thrips (Thrips tabaci): Suck sap from leaves causing silvery patches, curling, and drying of leaf tips. Control: Spray Imidacloprid 17.8% SL at 0.3 ml/liter or Thiamethoxam 25% WG at 0.2 g/liter. Alternate with Spinosad 45% SC at 0.5 ml/liter for resistance management. Apply at 10-day intervals starting from 25 DAS.
- Allium Leaf Miners (Liriomyza sativae): Larvae create winding mines inside leaves causing wilting and reduced photosynthetic area. Control: Install yellow sticky traps at 15 traps/acre. Spray Chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC at 0.4 ml/liter or CFMU 0.05%. Destroy Infested plant debris after harvest. Release parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea at 500/acre/week for biological control.
- ડુંગળી Bulb Mite (Rhizoglyphus Roborovii): Adults and larvae feed on bulb scales causing hollow cavities and secondary fungal/bacterial infection. Control: Soil drench with Cartap hydrochloride 4% GP at 20 kg/acre at 30 DAT. Apply Carbofuran 3% G at 10 kg/acre during sowing as soil application. Practice crop rotation with non-allium crops for 2–3 years.
🔬 રોગ નિયંત્રણ અને ઉપચાર
- Downy Mildew (Peronospora destructor): Appears as pale green to yellow lesions on leaves turning gray-purple downy growth under humid conditions. Lesions girdle leaves causing die-back. Control: Spray Mancozeb 75% WP at 2.5 g/liter or Metalaxyl + Mancozeb 8% + 64% WP at 2.0 g/liter. First spray at 30 DAS and repeat at 15-day intervals. Avoid overhead irrigation to reduce leaf wetness.
- Purple Blotch (Alternaria alternata f.sp. cepae): Small water-soaked spots on leaves turning purplish-brown with concentric rings. Severe infection causes premature drying of foliage and poor bulb development. Control: Spray Maneb 64% + Ziram 12% WP at 2.5 g/liter or Difenoconazole 25% EC at 0.5 ml/liter. Start prophylactic sprays at 35 DAS in high humidity zones. Remove and destroy infected plant residues.
- Bacterial Soft Rot (Erwinia carotovora): Water-soaked, mushy decay of bulb scales with foul odor. Secondary invasion by other microbes accelerates rotting in storage. Control: Treat seeds with Streptocycline 0.1% or Copper oxychloride 0.3% before sowing. Avoid waterlogging and physical injury during harvesting. Apply Copper oxychloride 50% WP at 2.5 g/liter as soil drench at transplantation. Ensure proper curing before storage.
✂️ કાપણી અને ગુણવત્તા માર્ગદર્શિકા
Harvesting at peak maturity ensures maximum commercial grade and long keeping quality.
⏱️ કાપણીનો સમય અને આયોજન
harvest at 90–100 days after sowing. Harvest entire crop as a bulk operation once 70–80% of plants show natural senescence symptoms. Cut foliage at the base using sharp knives or sickles.
⭐ ઉત્પાદનની ગુણવત્તા અને લક્ષણો
Siddhi Red+ produces medium-sized bulbs (4.5–6 cm diameter) with medium pseudo-stem height (3–5 cm) and abundant foliage (more than 50 leaves per hill). Bulbs exhibit deep red color with firm texture, pungent taste preferred for table consumption and market sale. Good tunic adherence and uniform bulb shape enhance commercial appeal.
| ગુણવત્તા માપદંડ | કૃષિ ધોરણ | ખેડૂત અને બજાર ફાયદો |
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| કાપણીનો તબક્કો | 90–100 વાવણી પછીના દિવસો (DAS) | Ensures bulbs reach market-ready medium size with optimal color development and sugar content |
| પરિપક્વતાના લક્ષણો | Yellowing and toppling of 70–80% foliage; bulbs attain medium size (4.5–6 cm diameter) with tight scales and developed outer skin | Prevents over-maturity which leads to scale splitting, neck rot, and poor keeping quality |
| સંગ્રહ ક્ષમતા અને ગુણવત્તા | 4–6 weeks under ambient conditions; up to 8–10 weeks in cool dry storage at 2–5°C with 65–70% relative humidity | Good storage potential enables farmers to time market sales for better price realization throughout the season |
| બજાર માંગ અને યોગ્યતા | Suitable for fresh market, mandis, processing units, and export. Red color attracts premium rates in urban markets and food processing industries | Medium maturity allows flexible scheduling for off-season supply when prices are favorable in domestic markets |
⭐ જાતની વિશેષતાઓ — ડુંગળી Siddhi Red+
Distinguishing characteristics that make this variety a top choice for Indian growers.
🌿 જાતની મુખ્ય વિશેષતાઓ
AgriBee Seeds' Siddhi Red+ is a medium-duration red onion variety specifically bred for Indian conditions, offering reliable performance across Kharif and Rabi seasons with balanced vegetation and bulb development.
🌿 ઉત્પાદનની ગુણવત્તા અને દેખાવ
Produces attractive medium-sized red bulbs (4.5–6 cm diameter) with medium pseudo-stem height (3–5 cm). Deep red external and internal color, firm texture, and pungent flavor make it highly marketable.
🌿 વાતાવરણ અને રોગ પ્રતિકારક ક્ષમતા
Demonstrates good field tolerance to downy mildew and purple blotch under moderate pressure. Adapts well to varied soil conditions and exhibits reasonable resilience to moisture fluctuations typical of Indian agro-climatic zones.
🌿 વિકાસ અને છોડની જોમ
Vigorous plant architecture with medium foliage length (30–45 cm) and abundant leaf production (more than 50 leaves per hill). 10–15 shoots per plant ensure strong stand without excessive crowding, promoting healthy air circulation.
🌿 પાક સમયગાળો અને પાકવાનો સમય
Medium maturity period of 90–100 days allows flexibility in crop scheduling and rotation planning. Timely harvest enables farmers to fit subsequent crops effectively in the farming system.
🌿 બજાર અને ખેડૂત પસંદગી
Preferred by traders and retailers for its consistent bulb size, vivid red color, and good post-harvest keeping quality. Farmers appreciate its adaptability to both Kharif and Rabi seasons with dependable field performance across major onion-growing regions of India.
