Palamu Shivers: Frost Threatens Potato, Tomato Crops; Farmers Urged to Act

• Palamu district faces severe cold (5.5°C) and dense fog, increasing frost risk for crops.
• Potatoes, pigeon peas, and tomatoes are highly susceptible to frost, which scorches leaves and hinders growth.
• Agricultural expert Dr. Pramod Kumar advises timely irrigation, especially at night or morning, to balance field temperature.
• Farmers should spray fungicides like Indofil M-45, Ridomil, or Mancozeb (2.5g/liter water) if excessive dew or white layer appears.
• The fungicide's effect lasts 12-13 days, protecting crops; farmers are urged to remain alert and take preventive steps.

Why It Matters: Palamu farmers must irrigate and spray fungicides to protect frost-sensitive crops from severe cold.