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Sunflower
सूरजमुखी / Surajmukhi
Helianthus annuus · Asteraceae
High-value oilseed, excellent pollinator-attractant. Often used as a trap crop border for whiteflies in vegetable systems due to its strong attraction.
At a Glance
Duration
100 days
Organic Yield
1.5-2 t/ha
Organic Premium
+30%
Water Need
low
pH Range
6 – 7.5
Soil Type
loam, black
Nutrient Requirements
N
Nitrogen
60-80 kg/ha
P
Phosphorus
40 kg/ha
K
Potassium
40 kg/ha
Organic Farming Protocol
1
Sowing
FYM 5 t/ha.
2
30 DAS
Jeevamrutham drench.
3
Flowering
Bee pollination essential — avoid spraying during bloom.
4
Head borer
Neem oil spray if needed.