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| Open Access | EVALUATING THE EFFICIENCY OF THE IARI WHEAT SEED-CUM-FERTILIZER PLOT DRILL IN PEARL MILLET-WHEAT ROTATION ON PERMANENT RAISED BEDS
Ajay Pratap Singh , Division of Agricultural Engineering, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, IndiaAbstract
This study evaluates the performance of the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) Wheat Seed-cum-Fertilizer Plot Drill within a pearl millet-wheat cropping system established on permanent raised beds. The primary aim is to determine the drill's effectiveness in terms of seed placement accuracy, fertilizer distribution, crop emergence rates, and overall yield. Field trials were conducted over two growing seasons, with data collected on seedling emergence, plant vigor, and grain yield. Results indicate that the IARI plot drill enhances seed and fertilizer placement precision, leading to improved crop establishment and higher yields compared to traditional methods. The permanent raised beds further contributed to better water management and reduced soil compaction. These findings suggest that adopting the IARI Wheat Seed-cum-Fertilizer Plot Drill in conjunction with permanent raised bed farming can significantly benefit pearl millet-wheat rotations, promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
Keywords
IARI Wheat Seed-cum-Fertilizer Plot Drill, Pearl Millet-Wheat Rotation, Permanent Raised Beds
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