Avoid These Mistakes After Uprooting Onion Seedlings to Save Your Crop

• Onion plants drying out is a common issue due to increasing sunlight and incorrect techniques after potato harvesting.
• Dr. C.K. Tripathi, Chief Scientist at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sultanpur, provides key tips for successful onion cultivation.
• Ensure onion seedlings from the nursery have soil attached to their roots for quick establishment and prevent drying.
• Plant in the evening, maintain 10-inch spacing between plants, and ensure proper water drainage to prevent rotting.
• Avoid deep planting and use organic manure for sandy/hard soil to improve water retention and yield.