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The month of June is more than half over and July is about to come. This time is considered quite suitable for some medicinal plants. By sowing at this time, farmers can get more profit and can save the cost of irrigation during the rainy season.
Now Kharif crops (Kharif Crops) season is underway. Farmers are engaged in the cultivation of crops like paddy, maize, cotton and soybean. Monsoon (Monsoon) After the progress made, there has been an increase in the sowing of these crops. Some farmers are doing something different from traditional farming this season along with the main Kharif crops. Their aim behind this is to earn more at less cost. The farmers of the country are currently cultivating medicinal plants (Medicinal Plants Farming) are also doing. They get good price due to high demand in the market. There is also government help. Because of this farmers are attracted towards medicinal plants.
The month of June is more than half over and July is about to come. This time is considered quite suitable for some medicinal plants. By sowing at this time, farmers can get more profit and can save the cost of irrigation during the rainy season. Among the medicinal plants that can be cultivated at this time, the main ones are Satavar, Lemon Grass, Kaunch, Brahmi and Aloe Vera.
Cultivation of Kaunch will be rich
Kaunch is a bushy plant of the plains. Farmers can do Kaunch cultivation between June 15 and July 15. Seeds are required at the rate of 6 to 8 kg per acre for sowing. 50-60 thousand rupees are spent on the cultivation of Kaunch in one acre, while the income ranges from 2 to 3 lakh rupees.
Best time for cultivation of Brahmi
Brahmi is a popular medicinal plant of India. It is used in many types of medicines. Companies directly contract with farmers and get this plant cultivated for their needs. The rainy season is the best for its cultivation. Along with Brahmi, farmers can also cultivate Aloe Vera at this time. It is a popular plant and its demand has increased a lot in recent years. Farmers still have enough time to cultivate aloe vera. It can be planted from July to August.
Cultivate satavar in Kharif season
In Kharif season, farmers can also cultivate Satavar and Lemongram. The sowing of lemongrass usually takes place from February to July. But the next fortnight is most suitable for Satavar. Farmers can earn big money from the cultivation of satavar. At the same time, one advantage with lemongrass is that once planted, it can be grown for many years.
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