Sow Cucumber in March for Lakhs in Profit; Harvest in 40 Days

• March is ideal for Zaid crops like cucumber, offering high profits and quick returns; harvesting begins in just 40-45 days.
• Agricultural expert Dinesh Jakhar advises March sowing for optimal growth, with potential net profits of Rs 80,000 to 1.2 lakh per acre.
• Proper field preparation includes deep plowing and 5-foot furrows; select hybrid varieties like Syngenta Crispy or VNR Krish for better yield.
• Regular irrigation and mulching can boost cucumber yield by 20-30%, retaining soil moisture and controlling weeds.
• Manage pests like cutworms with Imidacloprid (2ml/L) and Red Pumpkin Beetle with Cymbush (Cypermethrin 25% EC, 1.5-2ml/L).