Cucumber Cultivation: Plant in January for Bumper March Harvest, Double Profits

• Planting cucumbers in January allows farmers to capitalize on high demand and better prices in early March due to rising temperatures.
• The 'low-tunnel method' is recommended for January planting in North India to protect seeds from severe cold and promote growth.
• Varieties like Pant Sankar 1, PCUH 3, Poinsette, DCH 1, and Pusa Uday offer quick maturity (50-55 days) and high yields (200-270 quintals/hectare).
• PCUH 3 and Poinsette are notable for their disease resistance against mosaic virus, powdery mildew, and downy mildew.
• These advanced varieties enable farmers to achieve significant profits with low cost and early market access.

Why It Matters: January cucumber planting with advanced varieties and techniques ensures early harvest, high yields, and double profits.