GARLIC

Intercultural operations

Manuring

Apply N:P2O5: K2O @ 60:120:120 kg/ha 20 days after transplanting (DAP). Topdressing of N should be done @ 60 kg/ha, 45 DAP.

Irrigation

In the initial stages of crop growth frequent irrigations are given to encourage vegetative growth i.e. once in a week. Irrigation intervals are increased with crop maturity and finally irrigation is withheld.

Weed control

Weeding and hoeing are done as and when necessary. Being a closely planted crop, inter cultural operation has to be done with utmost care avoiding crop injury.

Earthing up

Earthing up should be done 60 DAP