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Mulberry Cultivation
Mulberry
can be grown under different climatic and vide range of soil
conditions.
Higher yields of quality leaf which is a pre-requisite for the
successful cocoon harvest is possible by adopting the following
package of practices.
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Soil and climate |
Land preparation |
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Spacing |
Variety and preparation of cuttings |
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Planting |
Maintenance of garden |
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Intercultural operations |
Manure and fertilizer schedule |
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Leaf Harvest |
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• Type
of Soil & Climate: 22 – 300C temperature, 1000-2000 mm rainfall
and 65-80 percent humidity are optimum for luxuriant growth of
mulberry. Deep, well drained, fertile soil of clayey loam to loamy
texture is better suited for higher yield of quality mulberry leaf.
If soils are acidic or alkaline they can be rectified by the
application of lime.
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