rabi
Fenugreek
मेथी / Methi
Trigonella foenum-graecum · Fabaceae
Nitrogen-fixing legume spice. Roots release nematode-suppressing compounds, making it an excellent rotation/intercrop choice ahead of nematode-prone vegetables.
At a Glance
Duration
90 days
Organic Yield
1.5-2 t/ha (seed)
Organic Premium
+40%
Water Need
low
pH Range
6 – 7.5
Soil Type
loam, sandy-loam
Nutrient Requirements
N
Nitrogen
0 (self-fixing)
P
Phosphorus
30 kg/ha
K
Potassium
20 kg/ha
Organic Farming Protocol
1
Seed treatment
Rhizobium inoculation.
2
Sowing
FYM 4 t/ha.
3
30 DAS
Jeevamrutham drench.
4
As nematode break crop
Incorporate as green manure before vegetable planting for nematode suppression.
Common Pests & Diseases
🐛 aphids🍃 powdery mildew fenugreek