Chhattisgarh Plains Research Articles

Effect of Different Plant Growth Regulators Applied as Foliar Sprays on the Growth and Flowering of Brinjal (Solanum melongena L.) under Agro-Climatic Conditions of Chhattisgarh Plains, India

Present investigation “Effect of different plant growth regulators applied as foliar sprays on the growth and flowering of Brinjal (Solanum melongena L.) under agro-climatic conditions of Chhattisgarh plains” in var. Kashi Taru is located at the farm of KVK (Raipur) affiliated with IGKV, Raipur,(C.G.) in Rabi season 2022-23.The experiment was conducted in RBD (Randomized Block Design) with 3 replications, consisting of 10 treatments of 3 plant growth regulators with different concentrations, including GA3 (25, 50 and 75 ppm); IAA (25, 50 and 75 ppm) and NAA (25, 50 and 75 ppm) along with control as foliar application at pre flowering stage (30 DAT) and pre fruiting stage (45 DAT). Among the different treatments, the findings indicated that the application of Treatment T3 i.e. GA3 @ 75 ppm gave the maximum plant height (89.96 cm), primary branches (11.76) and secondary branches (25.17) per plant over control. The least days taken to 50% flowering were recorded (51.62 days) with GA3@ 75 ppm and maximum days taken to 50% flowering were found with control (58.87 days). The highest number of flowers per cluster was recorded in GA3@ 75 ppm (4.01), followed by NAA@75 ppm (3.97). Thus, a suitable level i.e., 75 ppm of GA3, is effective in enhancing brinjal growth and flowering in the agro-climatic conditions of the Chhattisgarh plains.

Impact of different PGR on seed germination of dragon fruit (Hylocereus undatus) under Chhattisgarh plain

Impact of different PGR on seed germination of dragon fruit (Hylocereus undatus) under Chhattisgarh plain

Studies on the effect of micronutrients (Zn, Fe and B) on growth, flowering and yield of China aster (Callistephus chinensis L.) under agroclimatic condition of Chhattisgarh plains

Studies on the effect of micronutrients (Zn, Fe and B) on growth, flowering and yield of China aster (Callistephus chinensis L.) under agroclimatic condition of Chhattisgarh plains

Effect of foliar application of PGR and nutrient on fruit drop, growth, quality and yield of Ber (Zizyphus mauritiana Lamk.) cv. Apple Ber under Chhattisgarh plain condition

Effect of foliar application of PGR and nutrient on fruit drop, growth, quality and yield of Ber (Zizyphus mauritiana Lamk.) cv. Apple Ber under Chhattisgarh plain condition

Participation of beneficiaries in different activities of national rural livelihood mission in Chhattisgarh plains

Participation of beneficiaries in different activities of national rural livelihood mission in Chhattisgarh plains

Enhancing shoot growth and survival in air-layered pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) var. Super Bhagwa through optimized growth regulator application in Chhattisgarh plain

Enhancing shoot growth and survival in air-layered pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) var. Super Bhagwa through optimized growth regulator application in Chhattisgarh plain

Seasonal Patterns and Abiotic Influences on Fall Armyworm Dynamics in Chhattisgarh's Maize Agroecology

The fall armyworm Spodoptera frugiperda (J. E. Smith), an invasive pest in India, exhibits variations in population dynamics and incidence levels compared to its native regions. Understanding these variations is crucial for developing effective management strategies. Given India's diverse agroecosystems and climatic conditions, continuous watch on pest dynamics is essential. In this context a fixed plot experiment for comprehensive analysis of fall armyworm population dynamics, incidence patterns across seasons, and damage potentials in the maize crop ecosystem of the Chhattisgarh plains, India was conducted across three seasons of the year 2022-23. The year-round activity of the pest and its potential to cause huge losses in the early stages of maize was reported. Specifically, the study provided insights into the comparative incidence of fall armyworm in the different maize growing seasons of the area with a maximum incidence in the rainy season (0.58 larvae/plant) followed by winter (0.56 larvae/plant) and summer (0.53 larvae/plant) seasons. Moreover, the incidence trends of fall armyworm in different growing stages of maize were analysed by considering egg laying pattern, leaf damage, larval incidence and plant damage parameters, which highlighted the plant age-dependent response of fall armyworm. The impact of various weather parameters in shaping the damage and population fluctuations was analysed, where the influence of temperature was significant. Results obtained in this study are crucial in devising ETL levels and developing integrated pest management strategies against fall armyworm.

Selection of effective Rhizobium isolates of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) from Bilaspur and Mungeli districts of Chhattisgarh Plain region

Selection of effective Rhizobium isolates of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) from Bilaspur and Mungeli districts of Chhattisgarh Plain region

Effect of nano-DAP on yield and yield attributes of transplanted rice (Oryza sativa L.) in Chhattisgarh plains

Effect of nano-DAP on yield and yield attributes of transplanted rice (Oryza sativa L.) in Chhattisgarh plains

An Economic analysis of vermicompost production under Gothan and Godhan Nyay Yojna: A case study of Chhattisgarh plains

An Economic analysis of vermicompost production under Gothan and Godhan Nyay Yojna: A case study of Chhattisgarh plains

Unravelling Soil-Crop Dynamics: Bridging Soil Test Fertilizer Dose with Rice Yield and Nutrient Optimization Strategies in Chhattisgarh Plains, India

Unravelling Soil-Crop Dynamics: Bridging Soil Test Fertilizer Dose with Rice Yield and Nutrient Optimization Strategies in Chhattisgarh Plains, India

Growth Analysis of Coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) as Influenced by Different Sowing Dates and Planting Geometry in Chhattisgarh Plains Zone

An experiment was conducted to assess the effect of different sowing dates and planting geometry on coriander during the winter seasons of 2020-21 and 2021-22 at Instructional farm, College of Agriculture and Research Station, IGKV, Raigarh, Chhattisgarh. The experiment was laid out in split-plot design, comprised of four date of sowing viz., D1: 25th October, D2: 10th November, D3: 25th November and D4: 10th December as main plot and four planting geometries viz., S1: 30 x 5 cm, S2: 30 x 7.5 cm, S3: 30 x 10 cm and S4: 30 x 12.5 cm as sub-plot, and replicated trice. Influence of above treatments on crop was studied regarding growth parameters of coriander and analyzed statistically. The result showed that the crop sown on 25th October recorded significantly higher growth parameters viz., plant height, number of branches, dry matter accumulation, crop growth rate and relative growth rate. Among planting geometry, sowing of coriander at 30 x 12.5 cm spacing produced significantly taller plants, higher number of branches plant-1, dry matter accumulation plant-1, crop growth rate and relative growth rate. Coriander sown on 25th October interacted with the 30 x 12.5 cm spacing and registered significantly higher dry matter accumulation.

Impact Assessment and Upliftment of Poor and Marginal Tribal Farmers of Chhattisgarh State through Quality Seed Production in Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.)

The study was carried out in districts of Chhattisgarh plains and plateau by conducting front line demonstrations (FLD’s) and tribal Sub Plan (TSP) of chickpea at different locations of farmer’s field to promote the cultivation and adoption of improved package of practice from 2018-19 to 2022-23. The seeds of improved varieties and balanced fertilizers were the part of technological package supplied to the demonstration plot as against control. All the demonstrations were conducted by following participatory approach. Results revealed that improved varieties and balanced fertilization increased yield as compared to the farmer’s practice. In demonstration plots C: B ratio was also higher as compared to control ones. It can be concluded from the findings that use of improved technologies can reduce the technology gap to a considerable extent resulting in increased productivity of rapeseed in the district. It needs the efforts of both extension and farmers to enhance adoption level of location and crop specific technologies among farmers for bridging these gaps. Therefore, the farmers’ need to provide proper technical support and guidance through various improved agronomic practices for better production and productivity in the district.

Evaluation of morphology and yield of turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) genotypes under agroclimatic conditions of Chhattisgarh plains, India

Evaluation of morphology and yield of turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) genotypes under agroclimatic conditions of Chhattisgarh plains, India

Analysis of the Extension and Technological Gaps in Rice–Wheat Production System in Chhattisgarh Plain of Madhya Pradesh, India

The present study was conducted under rice-wheat cropping system in Chhattisgarh Plain of Madhya Pradesh to find out the extension and technological gap in technological interventions under farmers FIRST project at College of Agriculture, Balaghat. The 60 demonstrations on farmers’ fields with a total of 24.0 ha area were selected under the farmer FIRST project. Prevailing farmer’s practices were treated as control for comparison with recommended practices. Results of two years’ data revealed that the rice crop average yield of demonstrated intervention was 41.35 q/ha over control (34.40 q/ha) with an increase of 20.19%, while in case wheat average yield was recorded 30.22 over the control 24.35 q/ha with an increase of 21.11%. The extension gap was observed 6.95 and 6.15 q/ha, while, the technology gap were 8.65 and 13.35 q/ha in rice and wheat, respectively. The technology index was 17.30% and 32.83% in rice and wheat, respectively.

Continuous application of chemical fertilizers and organics influenced the soil chemical properties and zinc content of rice in the vertisols of the Chhattisgarh Plain

Continuous application of chemical fertilizers and organics influenced the soil chemical properties and zinc content of rice in the vertisols of the Chhattisgarh Plain

Extent of knowledge of the recommended production technology regarding major pulse crop grown in pulse based cropping system by the farmers of Chhattisgarh plains

Extent of knowledge of the recommended production technology regarding major pulse crop grown in pulse based cropping system by the farmers of Chhattisgarh plains

Evaluation of Rice Varieties under Front Line Demonstrations in the Agro-climatic Zone of the Chhattisgarh Plains of Madhya Pradesh, under Irrigated Condition

Frontline demonstrations were conducted with recommended scientific package and practices at farmer’s fields in the Chhattisgarh plain agro-climatic zone of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh to evaluate the performance of two rice varieties viz., JR-81 and JRB-1under irrigated conditions during Kharif 2019. The data on yield and economics of demonstrated under FLD, when compared with farmer’s practices on popular rice variety MTU-1010 revealed that both the rice varieties performed superior to MTU-1010. JR-81 and JRB-1with improved production technologies showed increased mean grain yield by 17.17% over existing farmers practice with Rs. 2450 ha-1 extra expenditure on inputs. The mean extension gap (7.80 q ha-1) and mean IBCR (4.78) recorded were sufficiently high, which may motivate the farmers to adopt JR-81 and JRB-1 varieties with the improved rice production technology.

Performance of Frontline Demonstration on Productivity and Profitability of Utera Cropping of Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) under Rainfed Conditions in Tribal District Balaghat of Madhya Pradesh, India

The study was carried out during rabi season 2016-17 by the College of Agriculture Waraseoni (Balaghat), Madhya Pradesh to assess the yield gap between front-line demonstration (FLD) and farmer’s practice (FP) of Utera cropping of Linseed crop under rainfed condition of the Chhattisgarh plains. FLD’s were conducted in 11.20 ha with the active involvement of 28 farmers and scientific staff of the Institution. The findings of the present study revealed that the highest grain yield was obtained in demonstrated plots with an average of 7.25 q/ha as compared to local check with an average of 4.94 q/ha. The average of extension gap, technology gap and technology index was computed as 2.31q/ha, 2.75q/ha, and 27.53% respectively. The implementation of the enhanced package of practices in Linseed cultivation yielded a significantly higher average IBCR ratio (2.99) compared to traditional farmer practices during the study period, indicating the potential for increased productivity. This outcome underscores the effectiveness of adopting the recommended improved practices, ultimately satisfying the farming community by producing higher yields and returns.

Front-line Demonstration: An Effective Communication Approach for Dissemination of Sustainable Rice Production Technology

During four consecutive Kharif seasons in the years 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019, front-line demonstrations were carried out in farmer's fields by the College of Agriculture, Waraseoni (Balaghat), Madhya Pradesh in the agroclimatic zone of the Chhattisgarh plains to assess the performance of rice Hybrids / varieties JRH-5, JRH-19, JR-81 and JRB-1 (developed by Jawaharlal Nehru Agriculture University, Jabalpur) under irrigated ecosystem. Front-line demonstrations, or FLDs, were carried out using a scientific package of rice technology practices. The yield and economic data of the plots that were on display were examined, evaluated, and examined with farmer practices (MTU-1010). With only an average of Rs. 2625/ha as an additional input cost in demonstrations using enhanced production technologies in FLDs, the mean grain yield increased by 23.80% over current farmer practices.Extension gap (10.48 q/ha), Technology gap (10.26 q/h) and the technology index is 15.79%. It is concluded that wide gap existed in potential and demonstration yield in high yielding rice varieties due to technology and extension gap in Balaghat District of Madhya Pradesh.By conductingfront line demonstrations of proven technologies, yield potential of rice can be increased to a greatextent. This will substantially increase the income as well as the livelihood of the farming community.