kenthefarmer
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When I used to grow cabbages, I always chose the dry season and school term periods for planting. Why? The demand would be high, and the prices even better. Timing was key, but so was the choice of seeds.
I always opted for hybrid cabbage seeds. They gave me uniform heads, higher yields, and matured faster—just in time to meet the market demand. Hybrid seeds also meant fewer losses, thanks to their resistance to diseases and harsh conditions.
Farming isn’t just about planting; it’s about strategy. The right timing, the right seeds, and a good plan make all the difference!
After your cabbage seedlings germinate (in about 7-10 days), spray a fungicide like Mancozeb to prevent fungal diseases. Follow up with an insecticide like Lambda-Cyhalothrin to protect against pests such as aphids and flea beetles not forgetting foliar feed with phosphorus.
Cabbage seedlings typically stay in the nursery for 4-6 weeks until they reach the right size for transplanting. By this time, the seedlings should have 4-6 true leaves and be strong enough to handle the transplanting process.
Best Spacing for Cabbage During Transplanting
Proper spacing ensures cabbages grow well, minimizing competition for nutrients and allowing adequate airflow to prevent diseases:
1. Between Rows: 60-70 cm (24-28 inches)
2. Between Plants in a Row: 45-50 cm (18-20 inches)
This spacing allows enough room for the cabbage heads to form and makes field management (like weeding and spraying) easier.
I do not apply any fertilizer at transplanting day or even before transplanting. I do phosphorus fertilizer like DAP 10 days after transplanting. I belive roots will have formed and will now take up the nutrients that I have applied.
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