Popularization of organic chilli cultivation in the Eastern Ghat high land zone of Odisha, India

Abstract

The present study was conducted in the Koraput district of Odisha in India during 2012-13 and 2013-14 under National Horticulture Mission for popularization of organic chilli cultivation through frontline demonstrations.The green chilli yield of hybrid Guntur Hope varied from 5.0 t/ha to 6.67 t/ha in different FLD organic plots, where as it varied from 5.75 t/ha to 6.83t/ha in inorganic plots (Farmers Practice). The average yield in organic plots was 6.29 t/ha in comparison with average yield 6.52 t/ha of inorganic plots in farmers practice. The average cost of cultivation per ha of chilli on FLD plots was Rs.46, 100/- as against Rs. 43,400/- on inorganic plots (Farmers Practice). The cost of chilli cultivation in organic farming was comparatively higher than the conventional practice because of use of bio inputs in the field. However, the averages net return of Organic chilli in different FLD plots was Rs. 58,167/- in contrast to Rs. 43,107/- in inorganic chilli. The organic farming recorded higher net return than that of the Farmers Practice. The B:C ratio was found to be 1: 2.28 in Organic chilli and 1: 2.00 in Inorganic chilli. Organic chilli growers were highly satisfied with their organic production and economic return. Chilli farmers were advised to switch over to organic farming which can give high return and minimize environmental degradation.

Impact of Front Line Demonstrations on Yield Enhancement of Ginger (var. Nadia) Raised Single Node Seedlings through Pro Tray Technology in Tribal Area of Alluri Sitaramraju District of Andhra Pradesh, India

“…Additionally, mulching the root zone creates a favourable microclimate that inhibits the growth of the Phythium myriotylum fungus, rhizome rot disease, and raised beds that allow excess water to drain out and also avoidance of rhizome rot incidence due to application of neem cake at 2 t/ha and also single-time harvesting at the right maturity stage. A similar result has been reported in Sarmah et al [14], Borah et al [15], and Odisha by Sial and Tarai [1]. Yield enhancement in crops in frontline demonstrations is well documented by various authors [24,25,26,27,28,29].…”

“…And also avoidance of rhizome rot incidence due to application of neem cake at 2 t/ha and also single-time harvesting at the right maturity stage. A similar result has been reported in Sarmah et al [14], Borah et al [15], and Sial and Tarai [1]. Shah and Zala [16] obtained an average yield of ginger (133 q/ha) under Gujarat conditions, while Babu et al [17] obtained an average yield of 12-15 tonnes/ha.…”

“…(Gingiber officinale L.), a member of the Gingiberaceae family, is a universal spice crop with immense economic significance. The crop is commercially cultivated by tribal farmers as a spice, condiment, culinary supplement, and medicine for their livelihoods [1]. Ginger and its preparations are used as ingredients to add more flavor, and eating ginger can cut down on fermentation, constipation, and other causes of bloating and intestinal gas.…”

Impact of Farmer Producer Organisations on organic chilli (Capsicum frutescens) production in Telangana

“…The organic cultivation of chilli is dependent on farm raised inputs and therefore, the cost of cultivation of chilli for members is 9.06% lower than that of non-members. Similar results of lower cost cultivation of organic chilli were observed by Naik et al (2012) while, increase in cost of cultivation was Sial et al (2016).…”

Qualitative analysis of various ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) genotypes suitable in Nagaland

“…The aroma and flavor of fresh ginger will be different from dry ginger because some of the volatile oils are lost by evaporation during drying (Hazarika and Kakoti, 2013). India accounts for 30% production of ginger in the global market (Sial and Tarai, 2017).…”