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Cabbage Farming Guide — पत्तागोभी

Cabbage is a cool-season vegetable grown widely in Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, and Madhya Pradesh.

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Season

Rabi (September–January planting in plains); year-round in hills

Duration

90–120 days

Expected Yield

30–50 tonnes/hectare

MSP / Market Price

No MSP

Soil Type

Well-drained clay loam, pH 6.0–7.5, high fertility

Water Requirement

Moderate — 380–500mm; avoid drought at head formation stage

Sowing & Planting

Transplant 25–30 day old seedlings at 45×45 cm spacing.

Fertilizer Management

200kg N, 60kg P, 60kg K per hectare in splits.

Common Pests & Diseases

  • Diamondback moth (DBM — major pest, insecticide-resistant)
  • Aphids
  • White rust
  • Club root
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Harvesting

Harvest firm, compact heads before they crack or split. Cut at base with sharp knife.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the problem with DBM resistance?
Diamondback moth has developed resistance to most insecticides including pyrethroids and organophosphates. Use diamide insecticides (chlorantraniliprole) and rotate MOA groups. Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki) is still effective.

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