Bitter Gourd: Farmers' Shortcut to Riches in 55 Days

• Farmers in Madhya Pradesh can cultivate bitter gourd in vacant fields after potato harvesting for quick profits.
• The Kalyanpur Baramasi variety yields fruit in 55-60 days, offering high demand and good prices in summer.
• Avnish Patel, a farmer consultant, recommends deep plowing, farmyard manure, and proper drainage for cultivation.
• Soaking seeds for 24 hours and treating them with Carbendazim protects against pests and diseases.
• Trellis method, regular weeding, and organic sprays enhance yield; Pusa Hybrid-1 is another improved seed option.