🌱 Major Crops of Punjab
Wheat
Main Rabi crop, harvested in March–April.
Rice
Main Kharif crop, needs more water.
Cotton
Mostly grown in southern Punjab.
Maize
Grown in both Rabi and Kharif seasons.
Barley
Used for beer and animal fodder.
Sugarcane
Annual crop, used for jaggery and sugar.
Mustard
Oilseed Rabi crop.
Kinnow
Punjab has large citrus fruit production.
Vegetables
Tomatoes, potatoes, okra, cauliflower, etc.
Sunflower
Oilseed crop grown during summer.
🗓️ Seasonal Crop Calendar
| Crop | Type | Sowing Time | Harvest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | Rabi | Oct–Nov | Mar–Apr |
| Rice | Kharif | June–July | Oct–Nov |
| Cotton | Kharif | Apr–May | Oct–Nov |
| Maize | Both | Feb & June | May & Sep |
| Mustard | Rabi | Oct–Nov | Feb–Mar |
| Barley | Rabi | Oct | Mar |
| Sugarcane | Annual | Feb–Mar | Dec–Jan |
| Kinnow | Fruit | Aug–Oct | Dec–Feb |
🚜 Traditional & Scientific Farming Techniques
- 🌾 Crop rotation and mixed cropping to maintain soil health.
- 💧 Drip and sprinkler irrigation to save water.
- 🌿 Use of green manure and compost.
- 🐛 Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
- 🧪 Soil testing before applying fertilizers.
🧠 Modern Techniques & Technology
- 📱 Mobile apps for mandi rates, weather & advice.
- 🤖 AI and IoT-based smart farming.
- 🚜 GPS-enabled tractors & smart irrigation.
- 🌿 Organic farming for higher returns.
- 🛰️ Satellite-based crop monitoring.
🏛️ Government Schemes for Farmers
- PM-KISAN: ₹6000 per year directly to farmer’s account.
- PMFBY: Crop insurance against natural disasters.
- Soil Health Card: Proper fertilizer usage info.
- E-NAM: Online platform for crop selling.
- PUSA Krishi App: Farming tips from ICAR.
📞 Contact & Support
For farming assistance, contact: Sant Baba Bhag Singh Universty
- 📍 Location: Sant Baba Bhag Singh Universty Village Khiala, Padhiana, Jalandhar Punjab 144030
- 📧 Email:akashdeep61999@gmail.com
- 📞 Helpline: +91 9855326306
- 🌐 Website: sbbsuniversity.ac.in