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Banana Farming Guide — केला

India is the world's largest banana producer. Maharashtra (Jalgaon), Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh are the main producing states.

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Season

Year-round (planted any time, 11–14 months to first harvest)

Duration

11–14 months (first crop); ratoon at 10–12 months

Expected Yield

40–60 tonnes/hectare (Cavendish group)

MSP / Market Price

No MSP

Soil Type

Well-drained rich loamy soil, pH 6.0–7.5

Water Requirement

High — 1,200–2,200mm; drip irrigation recommended

Sowing & Planting

Plant tissue culture (TC) plants 1.5m×1.5m spacing. Sword suckers also used.

Fertilizer Management

300g N, 100g P, 300g K per plant per year in splits (monthly fertigation with drip).

Common Pests & Diseases

  • Panama wilt (Fusarium oxysporum)
  • Sigatoka leaf spot
  • Banana bunchy top virus
  • Stem weevil
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Harvesting

Harvest at 75–80% maturity (green, fingers still angular). Do not harvest fully ripe.

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