Early Cucumber Cultivation: Harvest in 45 Days, Boost Farmer Income

• Progressive farmer Shambhu Kumar from Jamui district highlights mid-February as ideal for early cucumber cultivation.
• Early crops fetch higher prices due to low market supply and high demand, significantly increasing farmer income.
• Sandy loam soil with good drainage is best; prepare with deep plowing and 20-25 tons of farmyard manure per hectare.
• Use the nursery method for early cultivation: sow seeds in trays, then transplant strong seedlings to the field after 15-20 days.
• Maintain proper spacing (45-60 cm between plants, 1.5 m between rows) and balanced fertilization for optimal yield.