S K Pradhan from Uttar Pradesh uses ash to protect the fruit of cucurbits from insects. The first fruit of cucurbits is used for seed purpose. At the seedling stage, the top of the vine may be attacked by insects. To minimize the damage Pradhan broadcasts ash on the crop in the early morning. Broadcast ash on the fruit of cucurbits, early in the morning.
Crop: Cucurbit
Crop Family: Cucurbitaceae
Crop Scientific Name: (Cucurbitaceae spp.)
Crop Vernacular Name: semphali
Formulation: Broadcast ash on the fruit of cucurbits in the early morning.
Ingredients: Ash.