15 April 2026 Written By-Saikat Mandal
Warm Weather Crop – Requires temperature: 18°C–30°C – Needs plenty of sunlight – Avoid frost condition
Best Soil for Sweet Corn – Well-drained loamy soil – pH level: 5.5–7.0 – Rich in organic matter
Prepare the Field Properly – Plough 2–3 times – Remove weeds and stones – Add compost or FYM (Farmyard Manure)
When to Plant – Spring: January–February – Kharif: June–July – Rabi (in mild regions): October–November
How to Sow Seed – Spacing: 60 cm (row) × 20 cm (plant) – Depth: 2–3 cm – Use high-quality hybrid seeds
Watering Need – First irrigation after sowing – Critical stages: germination, tasseling, silking – Avoid waterlogging
Nutrient Management – Apply NPK (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium) – Nitrogen in split doses – Add organic manure for better yield
Keep Field Clean – Remove weeds regularly – Use mulch or herbicides if needed – First weeding after 2–3 week
Protect Your Crop – Common pests: stem borer, aphids – Use neem oil or recommended pesticides – Maintain field hygiene
When to Harvest – Ready in 70–90 days – Harvest when kernels are milky – Pick early morning for freshne
High Returns Possible – Yield: 10–15 tons per hectare – High market demand – Profitable cash crop