The spices of their India are famous all over the world and there are many spices which have no other break. Black pepper is also one of them. It is called the ‘king of spices’ and it is also used as a medicine. This spice is found comfortably in its Indian kitchen. It is so demanding that if farmers cultivate it, they can earn a lot of profits. Its demand is not only in India, but also abroad.
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The highest yield in Kerala
Kerala is a state in India where it is cultivated the most. According to one estimate, 98 percent pepper is born alone in Kerala. Kerala is followed by Karnataka and then Tamil Nadu. However, now its cultivation has started in Konkan area of Maharashtra. If farmers have to benefit from black pepper cultivation, then it is very important to take care of some special things. Everything matters a lot from weather to soil in its cultivation.
What should be the weather and soil?
For good yield of black pepper crop, more hot or cold area is not good. It is very important to have moisture in the air, only then its vines will be able to grow fast. Medium to heavy soil is considered good for this crop. The weather which is good for betel nut and coconut crops is also considered good for black pepper.
What varieties are better?
This crop should be grown in the shade. Black pepper vine can also be offered to the mango tree. Black pepper vine can also grow on coconut and betel nut tree. If you are just applying black pepper, then there is no need to support the bells. Allow the bells to grow only four to five meters and if they increase more then they should be cut. Varieties like Srikara, Panchami, Pyur-1 and Pyur-4, Purnima are considered better for pepper cultivation.
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How to arrange insects?
Although there is not much disease and insects in black pepper crop, but still some measures should be taken to protect it from diseases. Diseases can also be controlled by adopting crop cycle. Carbarill or malathion can be sprayed on the vines.
