These plants have to be ploughed in the field when they are tender and before they start flowering. Can drip system be used to supply liquid nutrients such as panchagavya as liquid fertilizer? Yes, a number of farmers have already been using the technique of using organic liquid fertilizers through drip system. Nitrogen fertilizer utilization rate is 58.9 %, and nitrogen fertilizer utilization rate is 27.6 %. When crop yields are similar or the same, water-drip irrigation and fertilization can save 25.4 % of chemical fertilizer compared with flush fertilization. Liquid fertilizer typically shows results sooner than slow-release granular fertilizer. Liquid fertilizer is likely the better option if you need to green up your lawn quickly. because liquid fertilizer provides nutrients right away, it's an ideal starter fertilizer for crops. Organic farming includes crop rotation, green manure and compost, mechanical cultivation and biological pest control. Farmers are faced with myriad of production challenges where the most common problems are pests, which include insects, diseases, and weeds. Straw, bark, and composted material can provide effective weed control. Producing the material on the farm is recommended since the cost of purchased mulches can be prohibitive, depending on the amount needed to suppress weed emergence. Pesticides approved for use in organic farming include neem oil, made from the neem tree, and pyrethrin, which is made from chrysanthemum plants. A few synthetic chemicals are also allowed in organic farming.

The drip irrigation can be used to supply liquid nutrients panchagavya as liquid fertilizer & organic farmers fertilize crops, But can't be used for the control pests, diseases & weeds as it will affect the plant growth

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These plants have to be ploughed in the field when they are tender and before they start flowering. Can drip system be used to supply liquid nutrients such as panchagavya as liquid fertilizer? Yes, a number of farmers have already been using the technique of using organic liquid fertilizers through drip system. Many growers using drip apply granular fertilizers in March or April and then switch to fertigation in May, once irrigation is required on a regular basis,” he said. “The use of granular fertilizer in the spring is less expensive than fertigation and practical for mature plants. When fertilizing daily, use a week solution. So when the label reads; dilution rate of 4 tablespoons of fertilizer to 1 gallon of water, you can use 1/2 T to 1 T per gallon of water. Daily feeding is generally not necessary unless you are a commercial grower or want quick results for hanging baskets and potted plants. Drip irrigation is the most efficient water and nutrient delivery system for growing crops. It delivers water and nutrients directly to the plant's roots zone, in the right amounts, at the right time, so each plant gets exactly what it needs, when it needs it, to grow optimally. Drip systems require special attention to fertilizing. Because the water flow is from each emitter downward and outward, fertilize that is not placed between the emitter and the plant roots may never reach the plant roots. The basic principle is to be sure fertilizer is placed within the wetted zone. Place 4 tablespoons processed poultry manure or blended dry organic fertilizer into a quart jar, and fill with lukewarm water. Screw on the lid and shake vigorously, then keep at room temperature for two days. Pour off the liquid and dilute with water to the strength desired. Place 4 tablespoons processed poultry manure or blended dry organic fertilizer into a quart jar, and fill with lukewarm water. Screw on the lid and shake vigorously, then keep at room temperature for two days. Pour off the liquid and dilute with water to the strength desired. In agricultural crops, crop rotation, selection of crop plant varieties, timing of planting and harvesting, irrigation management, crop rotation, and use of trap crops help reduce populations of weeds, microorganisms, insects, mites, and other pests. The principal methods of organic farming include crop rotation, green manure and compost, mechanical cultivation and biological pest control. Farmers are faced with myriad of production challenges where the most common problems are pests, which include insects, diseases, and weeds. Organic farmers therefore prefer the biological control of diseases and pests to the use of chemical pesticides. It's a non-polluting practise. It does not affect the relationship of natural predators and food chains. Biological control is self-regulation and does not require any kind of management.

Yes, a drip system can be used to supply liquid nutrients such as panchagavya as liquid fertilizer in organic farming. In fact, drip irrigation is a popular method of applying liquid fertilizers in organic farming, as it allows for precise application of nutrients to the root zone of plants, which can improve plant growth and yield.

Panchagavya is an organic liquid fertilizer that is made from cow dung, urine, milk, curd, and ghee. It is commonly used in organic farming as a foliar spray or root application to provide nutrients and enhance plant growth. When applied through a drip irrigation system, panchagavya can be easily and evenly distributed to the plants' root zones, providing a consistent supply of nutrients.

Organic farmers also use various techniques to control pests, diseases, and weeds in their crops. These techniques include crop rotation, intercropping, use of natural predators, and the use of organic pesticides and herbicides. Drip irrigation can also help with weed control by delivering water and nutrients directly to the plant roots, which can help reduce weed growth.

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Panchagavya is known to boost immunity and promote plant growth. Cow dung and cow urine are the key ingredients of the preparation. It is usually mixed with water and is used to irrigate the fields. It can also be used as a spray. Panchagavya, an organic product has the potential to play the role of promoting growth and providing immunity in plant For spraying on plants 200 ml of properly stirred Panchagavya solution can be diluted with 10 lit of water. However, 1000 ml of this solution can be diluted in 10 liters of water for soil application.system. Panchagavya consists of nine products viz. Cow dung, Cow urine, Milk, Curd, Jaggery, Ghee, Banana, Tender Coconut and Water. Yes, a number of farmers have already been using the technique of using organic liquid fertilizers through drip system. These plants have to be ploughed in the field when they are tender and before they start flowering. When a drip irrigation system is in place, water soluble fertilizer can be directly dispersed through the system by way of a fertilizer injector. This is called fertigation. Incorporating a fertilizer injector into a drip irrigation system allows you to automate fertilizing as well as watering. Soil application of panchgavya solution @ 3 l/m2 significantly decreased the soil pH from 9.0 to 8.3 during initial 5 days period whereas it increased soil organic carbon content by 50% and availability of P, Fe, Cu, Zn, and Mn in the rhizosphere by 17 % over the control throughout the crop growth stages. Biological control or biocontrol is a method of controlling pests, such as insects, mites, weeds, and plant diseases, using other organisms. It relies on predation, parasitism, herbivory, or other natural mechanisms, but typically also involves an active human management role. The principal methods of organic farming include crop rotation, green manure and compost, mechanical cultivation and biological pest control. Farmers are faced with myriad of production challenges where the most common problems are pests, which include insects, diseases, and weeds. In agricultural crops, crop rotation, selection of crop plant varieties, timing of planting and harvesting, irrigation management, crop rotation, and use of trap crops help reduce populations of weeds, microorganisms, insects, mites, and other pests.Burial to 1 cm depth and cutting at the soil surface are the most effective ways to control weed seedlings mechanically. Mechanical weeders include cultivating tools such as hoes, harrows, tines and brush weeders, cutting tools like mowers and stimmers, and dual-purpose implements like thistle-bars. The most effective homemade option is a mixture of white vinegar, salt, and liquid dish soap. Each of these ingredients has special properties that combine to kill weeds. Both the salt and the vinegar contain acetic acid, which serves to dry out and kill the plants.