Cherry Farming
26-08-2023
01:30 PM
1 min read
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Overview:
The prolonged cold weather and rains have devastated the cherry crop in the Kashmir Valley.
About Cherry Farming:
- Cherries are delicious and nutritious fruits that belong to the genus Prunus.
- It is a delicate crop and extremely sensitive to extreme weather conditions.
- Having a very low shelf life, cherries cannot sustain heavy rains or high temperatures.
- The Kashmir Valley contributes to 95 per cent of the total cherry production in India.
- Eight cherry varieties grown in Kashmir include makhmali, siya, mishri, jaddi, Italy, dabal, vishkan and stela.
- Climate:
- It requires cool weather conditions with temperatures ranging between 15°C to 25°C during the growing season.
- They also require a period of winter dormancy with temperatures below 7°C to induce flowering.
- Soil: The soil should be well-draining, rich in organic matter, and have a pH between 6.0 to 7.5.
- Planting: Cherry trees can be propagated by grafting onto rootstocks. The ideal time for planting is during the winter months from December to February.
- Intercropping: Some suitable intercropping crops for cherry cultivation in India include legumes, such as peas and beans, and leafy vegetables, such as spinach and lettuce.
- Fertilization: Fertilizers rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium should be applied in adequate amounts to promote healthy growth and fruit development.
- Harvesting: Cherries can be harvested when they reach maturity, usually in late May to early June.
- Area of Cultivation: They are primarily grown in the northern regions of India, particularly in the states of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
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Q1) What is nitrogen cycle?
The nitrogen cycle is a series of interconnected processes that involve the transformation of nitrogen through the biosphere, lithosphere, and hydrosphere. It includes processes like nitrogen fixation, nitrification, denitrification, and assimilation.
Source: Wettest May-June in decade hits Kashmir’s cherry growers hard