Latest Technical Points for Field Management of Burr Medic
Burr medic is now a very common vegetable in our country; it can not only be eaten as a vegetable but is also a medicinal herb. It is sought after by many people, and growing burr medic is very simple, with a relatively short growing period. So the planting area is relatively wide, but we still need to do a good job of management during the growing process. So how should burr medic be managed when growing it? Below, the editor brings you the field management methods for burr medic. Let's take a look together!
1. Cultivation and Weeding
Cultivation and weeding is an important task in growing burr medic, especially during the seedling stage and the harvest stage of burr medic. This is because these two stages are when burr medic is relatively fragile and very easily harmed by weeds. Weeds grow extremely fast in the high-temperature, high-humidity environment of summer, so no matter what method is used, weeds must be removed in time. When using chemical weeding, pay attention to the use of herbicides to prevent suppressing the growth of burr medic and accidental ingestion by livestock. During the vigorous growth period of burr medic, cultivation and weeding must be done well. About half a month and about one month after emergence are the key periods for cultivation and weeding, which can loosen the soil, improve the soil's water and fertilizer retention, and promote the growth of burr medic.
2. Water Management
The growth of burr medic has a relatively large demand for water. During the growth process of burr medic, the soil must be ensured to have sufficient water content to promote the growth of burr medic. Especially during the key growth periods of burr medic, water management is very important, such as before winter and the green-up stage; during these stages, sufficient water must be ensured for the growth of burr medic. Always pay attention to weather changes and replenish water in time during drought, but the amount of water should not be too much. In rainy weather and in areas with relatively large rainfall, drainage work must also be done well. Burr medic is extremely likely to die if it stays in a waterlogged environment for a long time.
3. Pest and Disease Control
The growing period of burr medic is short, but its disease resistance is not strong, and there is still a certain incidence rate. Common pests and diseases of burr medic include viral disease and cutworms, among others. The peak period of viral disease is around the Mid-Autumn Festival, while cutworms have a relatively high incidence rate during the growing period. Therefore, we must not only pay attention to the peak periods of these pests and diseases but also control the planting time well. Frequently observe the growth of burr medic and deal with it in time after disease is found, but do not use pesticides blindly. The specific disease must be checked, and then the corresponding control measures should be used. Pests and diseases are directly linked to the yield and quality of burr medic and will also affect the planting of the next year.
4. Seed Retention and Planting
Seed retention is done to prepare for planting the next year. Seed retention planting is the same as ordinary planting methods. However, the planting time and planting density are different. Plants kept for seed must not be harvested, and attention must be paid to drainage. Seed retention planting generally begins sowing in early September each year, and the sowing amount should be controlled according to the planting area. Do a good job of overwintering management, and dig drainage ditches well after the Beginning of Spring to prevent water accumulation in the field. Barring accidents, seed retention plants will gradually bloom in mid-March, and the seeds will gradually mature in early July. At this time, seed pods can begin to be collected, starting a new round of planting.
The above is a brief introduction to the field management methods for burr medic. Field management of burr medic is very important because it is directly related to your final yield and the quality after harvest. So everyone should not think that management can be ignored just because the growing period is short. These basic tasks must be done well to ensure your planting benefits. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only. Thank you for reading and supporting.