Protect Rabi Crops: Expert Advice on Cold Wave & Frost Threat

• Jharkhand, Bihar face cold wave and frost threat to Rabi crops like wheat, mustard, potatoes.
• Dr. Rajan Ojha advises spraying 0.1% sulfur acid or dimethyl sulfoxide on wheat leaves.
• For general frost, spray sulfoxide on dry leaves when temp is 4°C; light irrigation also helps.
• Kitchen gardens: use straw or mulching for vegetables like tomatoes, eggplants, cabbage.
• Potatoes: apply zinc before sowing or spray after irrigation to combat severe frost impact.

Why It Matters: Farmers can protect Rabi crops from cold waves and frost by following expert agricultural advice.