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Crops in Odisha have suffered a lot of damage due to rain. Due to this reason, the prices of many vegetables have come down significantly. Due to bad weather, the worries of farmers remain the same. In the last several days, the weather in India has shown its different moods. Many areas are bearing the brunt of harsh winter and crops are getting ruined due to rain in many areas. 

The weather was bad in Sundergarh, Odisha for many days. As a result, horticultural crops have suffered huge losses. Due to this, the problems of farmers have also increased a lot. Many other crops including tomato, cabbage, and cauliflower have also been affected due to bad weather. The main reason for this is that farmers are forced to harvest crops before time. Along with this, farmers are also selling these crops at low prices.

Crops suffered loss due to this

According to many media agencies, crops have been badly damaged due to bad weather and heavy rains. Due to this, in many places, even the standing crops ready to be harvested have been completely ruined. According to media reports, the tomato crop has suffered the most damage. The tomato crop has started deteriorating due to rain. At the same time, the cabbage crop has also been damaged to a great extent. 

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Farmers forced to harvest prematurely

The life of farmers is full of many problems and difficulties. Now in such a situation, the remaining crops of the farmers, troubled by the harsh weather, are also being sold at very low prices. Farmers are also worried about the fear that the remaining crop may also get ruined. According to reports, farmers are forced to sell their tomato crop at the rate of Rs 10 per kg. Besides, the price of cabbage has also come down to Rs 15 per kg. 

Many farmers are not able to sell their cabbage crops even at low prices. Also, the effect of weather has been seen in other crops including ladyfinger, bottle gourd, and bitter gourd. Due to this farmers are harvesting crops before the stipulated time. If media reports are to be believed, the prices of crops have come down significantly. Tomato prices range from Rs 10 to Rs 20. At the same time, the price of cauliflower has also fallen from around Rs 50 to around Rs 15 to Rs 20.

Today we will give you information about how  to grow vegetables at home. Today we are going to tell you the easiest, cheapest and sustainable way here . You can produce these five vegetables at home easily.

Every household in India has daily consumption of vegetables. According to the monthly expenses, you have to spend thousands of rupees per month only for vegetables. In such a situation, if we say that you can grow some vegetables very easily in your home, then what will you say? Let us tell you about five such vegetables that you can grow inside an old box or bucket in your house.

You can grow tomatoes and eggplants at home: 

Tomatoes are widely used in Indian households during winter season. Tomatoes are needed to make vegetables or eat chutney. If you want to grow tomatoes inside your house, first get an empty old bucket or tub. After that, fill half the soil and cocopeat in it. Plant tomato or brinjal plants at present .Add water little by little in the morning and evening. You will see that within a short time these plants will be ready to give vegetables.

Coriander and garlic can be easily grown at home:

Coriander leaves and garlic leaves are highly demanded during winter. They are sold at very high prices in the market. Many times they are not available fresh. However, you can grow both of these at home with great ease. To grow them, you just have to take a tub or old bucket, then mix cocopeat and soil in it and fill it half. After this, if you want to grow coriander, then you can plant its seeds inside it . If you want to grow garlic, first separate the garlic cloves then move them from the ends add it into the soil. Add a little water to it in the morning and evening. You will see that in a few days your bucket or tub will be filled with green leaves.

You can also grow capsicum at home:

Capsicum is very good for health. It is in great demand in winter. Now if you want to grow capsicum in your home, then for this you have to repeat the process given above. Then one or two capsicum plants have to be planted in that bucket or tub . After a few days of planting these plants, capsicum will start growing in them .  

If you want to grow vegetables at home, then this is great news for you. By adopting the tips given here, your house will remain green. You must remember the tomatoes that turned red due to inflation. The prices of tomatoes have definitely reduced but the prices of many vegetables are still sky high. Some tips for growing vegetables at home will not only save your pocket from becoming light. Also, this greenery will help in keeping your mind light.

Farmers, start from a small place

If you do not have gardening experience, start with a small space. Choose four to five types of vegetables for production and plant a few plants of each type. Growing vegetables in containers is also a great way. A sunny balcony would also be better. Remember to grow only those vegetables that you eat.

Also read: If you plant these vegetables in the rain, there will be strong production and strong profits.

Selection of good varieties is very important

Pay close attention to the details on the seed packet, tag or label. Every vegetable has some characteristics. Many varieties offer better disease resistance, better yields or better heat or cold tolerance.

Farmers should focus on productivity

Initially, people make the mistake of planting too many trees. Vegetables like tomatoes and chilies are available throughout the season. Because of this, you may not need very many plants to meet your needs. Other vegetables, like carrots, radishes, etc. can be cut only once. After that, they will need to be reapplied.

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Crop should be selected according to the season

Planting vegetables in both cool and warm climates will provide you with a consistent crop of vegetables throughout the spring, summer, and fall. In early spring, grow lettuce, such as peas, radishes, carrots, and broccoli. Let us tell you that after the cold season, plant your favorite hot-season crops like tomato, chili, and brinjal. In autumn you can harvest potatoes, cabbage, and bananas. By planting vine crops, you can increase the yield per square foot by using vertical land in the garden.

Sunlight and water are essential for vegetable cultivation.

Let us tell you that it does not matter where you plant your garden. Your garden must meet two basic needs: water and plenty of sunlight. Root vegetables such as carrots, radishes, and beets can be grown if your site receives at least 4 hours of direct sunlight a day. If you get more sunlight than this, you can grow sun-loving vegetables like basil, rosemary, tomato, cucumber, and beans.

Also read: Farmer became rich by choosing vegetable farming instead of bank job

You will need to water frequently during the first few weeks after the seeds have germinated or been planted. Through this, delicate plants can be helped to produce strong roots and stems. Once your plants are established, it's a good idea to give your garden a long watering every few days rather than a little sprinkling every day. The water will then move deeper into the soil, which encourages the roots to grow deeper.

People living in countries around the world have been facing the wrath of inflation for many days. Even India is not spared from its blow. The effect of rising inflation in the country is also being seen in food items. According to various media reports, the prices of vegetables are also increasing significantly. Talking about tomato, its price has increased by 50 percent on an annual basis. Also, it is being sold in the retail market for up to Rs 30 per kg.

The situation of onion is also similar. However, the retail price of onion has increased by 20%. These have increased to Rs 30 per kg. Not only this but it has also been said in some news that the prices of potatoes, tomatoes, onions, etc. will increase in the coming times. Talking about last year, there was a decline in the prices of tomatoes and potatoes. Due to an unfavorable monsoon in July 2023, tomato prices increased by more than 200%.

The government has taken strict steps to control prices

The government works to keep the prices of tomatoes and onions under control. Some time ago, tomatoes were sold at very high prices in different regions of India. In some places, its price had reached Rs 100 to Rs 250. After which the government took serious steps regarding the matter and controlled its prices by repairing its chain. 

Also read: Due to uneven gap between demand and supply of onion and tomato, prices reached sky-high

Onion inflation is making people cry

At present, onion is being sold in the retail market for Rs 30 per kg. At the same time, its retail prices have seen a decline of 25% in the last three months. In October 2023, onion prices had increased by 74%, after which the export of onion was banned by the Central Government. Along with this, the government had also decided to sell onions at the price of Rs 25. Due to the efforts of the Central and Maharashtra Governments, the price in Nashik Mandi has come down to Rs 1000/quintal, which was Rs 2000/quintal at the beginning of the month.