The agriculture department urged farmers to complete the cultivation of spring sugarcane by March, 31.According to the spokesperson, Assistant Director (AD), Sambrial, Dr. Iftikhar Hussain Bhatti stated that the ideal sowing period for spring sugarcane is from February 15 to March 31. However, due to climate change and fluctuations in temperature, the sowing schedule may be adjusted accordingly.

He further explained that for successful sugarcane cultivation, approximately 60,000 buds per acre were required. This can be achieved through different seeding methods: about 100 to 120 maunds of sugarcane per acre by weight, 12 to 16 marla of sugarcane by area, or by planting either 30,000 two-bud sets or 20,000 three-bud sets per acre.Dr. Bhatti advised farmers to contact field representatives or the agriculture helpline for further guidance.

He also highlighted that under the “Khushhal Kisan, Khushhal Pakistan” initiative launched by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, farmer gatherings were being organized in various villages to provide on-ground guidance. Farmers could benefit from direct interaction with agriculture department officials at these events.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)