How to Grow Japanese Radishes

 

How to Grow Japanese Radishes

Sowing seeds: Japanese radish seeds are usually sown directly into the ground.  The proper time for sowing seeds is winter i.e. October to November.  The land should be well prepared before sowing the seeds.  Rows should be made on the ground at a distance of 30-40 cm.  Seeds should be sown at a distance of 8-10 cm in each row.  Sowing depth should be 1.5-2 cm.

Irrigation: Daikon radish cultivation requires regular irrigation.  The soil should always be kept moist especially in the first 2-3 weeks after sowing.  Care should be taken during irrigation so that the land does not become waterlogged.  Generally irrigation once in 7-10 days gives good yield.

    

Fertilizer application: Proper fertilizer application is essential for good growth of daikon radish.  50 kg nitrogen, 25 kg phosphorus and 25 kg potash per acre should be applied 3-4 weeks after sowing.  After application of fertilizers, the land should be lightly irrigated.

Weed control: Weed control is very important in radish cultivation.  Regular weeding should be done to control weeds.  Weeding should be done after 2-3 weeks of sprouting.  Then after each irrigation the land should be kept tidy by cleaning the weeds.

Insect and pest control: A variety of insects and diseases can attack daikon radish crops.  For example, Radish fly, Radish beetle, Radish beetle etc.  To prevent them, organic pest control measures should be taken.  Soil health should be checked regularly and measures taken as necessary to prevent disease.

Harvesting: Daikon radish is ready to harvest about 60-70 days after sowing.  When the radishes are 20-30 cm long and 5-8 cm in diameter, they should be lifted.  Care must be taken during lifting so that the radish is not damaged.

After harvesting: After harvesting, radish should be cleaned thoroughly.  Cut off the upper leaves of the radish.  After cleaning and cutting, the radish should be stored in a cool and dry place.

Marketing: Radish must be sold quickly after harvesting, as long storage reduces its quality.  Arrangements should be made for sale in local market or wholesale market.

Subsequent Cultivation: Crop rotation should be followed, without repeatedly cultivating daikon radish on the same land.  Other vegetables or crops should be selected for subsequent cultivation, which will retain soil nutrients and maintain soil fertility.

 In this way, proper cultivation of daikon radish leads to good yield.  A bumper yield can be ensured if care and proper practices are followed at every stage of cultivation.