Protect Mustard & Potato from Frost: Expert Tips for Farmers

• Mustard and potato crops are highly vulnerable to frost, especially during critical growth stages, leading to yield loss.
• Proper irrigation, particularly light evening irrigation, creates warmth in the soil, acting as a protective barrier against frost.
• Spraying mustard with sulfur and potash-rich nutrients (0.1% sulfuric acid or 2% soluble sulfur) enhances frost tolerance.
• For potatoes, a 2% thiourea or 1% urea solution spray is effective in mitigating frost damage.
• Traditional methods like creating smoke by burning waste around fields can prevent temperature drops and protect crops.

Why It Matters: Farmers can protect mustard and potato crops from frost using irrigation, nutrient sprays, and traditional smoke methods.