Wheat Yield Boost: Expert Tips for Urea Application, Second Irrigation in Vindhya Region

• Farmers in Madhya Pradesh's Vindhya region are performing the second irrigation for early-sown wheat crops in the first week of February.
• Senior Agriculture Officer Sanjay Singh advises light irrigation in the evening for better moisture retention and plant growth.
• The second irrigation should be done 40-45 days after sowing, ensuring no waterlogging to prevent oxygen deprivation for roots.
• Excessive irrigation is dangerous as it softens the soil, weakens roots, and increases the risk of crop lodging during strong winds.
• Applying urea four days after the second irrigation is beneficial for plant growth; Mancozeb spray is recommended if the crop turns yellow.