Onion's Deadly Enemy in Fields: Timely Weed Control Crucial for Profit

• Weeds, especially broadleaf and narrowleaf, rapidly spread in onion fields, hindering crop growth and bulb development.
• Farmer consultant Anupam Chaturvedi emphasizes that weeds compete with onions for water, fertilizer, and sunlight.
• Herbicides like Vankil, Oxyvia, and Quiz Master (containing Quizalofop Ethyl and Oxyfluorfen) are effective against weeds.
• Optimal spraying time is 20-25 days after sowing when weeds are at the 2-4 leaf stage, or around 30 days for narrowleaf weeds.
• Proper application, caution during spraying (avoiding wind/rain, using protective gear), and integrated methods ensure better yields and profits.

Why It Matters: Timely weed management in onion fields is critical to prevent yield loss and ensure farmer profitability.