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What are the factors that one has to consider in timing planting?

What are the factors that one has to consider in timing planting?

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joseph
Factors to consider in timing planting.

The rainfall pattern/moisture condition of the soil.
Type of crop to be planted.
Soil type.
Market demand.
Prevalence of pests and diseases.
Weed control.
Timely planting is necessary and should be done at the onset of rains. in some areas where rainfall is scare dry planting is recommended.

Advantages of timely planting.

Crops make maximum use of rainfall and suitable soil temperature, leading to vigorous growth.
Crops usually escape serious pests and diseases attack.
Crops benefit from nitrogen flush which is available at the beginning of the rain.
For horticultural crops, proper timing ensures that the produce is marketed when prices are high.
Crops establish earlier than the weeds, hence smothering them.
joseph rimiru answered the question on November 9, 2017 at 07:33

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