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Groundnut Farming Guide — मूंगफली

Groundnut is India's most important oilseed crop. Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Andhra Pradesh lead. Both edible (confectionery) and oil-grade varieties are grown.

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Season

Kharif (June–July), Rabi-Summer (January–February in south India)

Duration

90–130 days

Expected Yield

2–3 tonnes/hectare (pods)

MSP / Market Price

₹6,783/quintal (2024–25)

Soil Type

Light, well-drained sandy loam, pH 5.5–7.0

Water Requirement

Moderate — 500–600mm; critical at pegging and pod development stages

Sowing & Planting

June–July for Kharif. Seed rate: 100–120kg/hectare (shelled kernels). Apply gypsum at 500kg/ha at 40 DAS.

Fertilizer Management

20kg N, 40kg P, 40kg K per hectare. Calcium (gypsum at 500kg) is critical for pod filling.

Common Pests & Diseases

  • Tikka leaf spot (early and late)
  • Collar rot
  • Aphids
  • Red hairy caterpillar
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Harvesting

Harvest when inner shell turns dark pink/brown. Test 10 pods for readiness before full harvest.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price difference between bold and Java groundnut?
Bold (40/50 count) fetches ₹6,500–₹8,000/quintal for export/confectionery. Java (50/60 count) is ₹5,500–₹7,000. Oil grade is ₹5,000–₹6,500. KrishiPulse sorts buyers by segment.

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