Okra / Bhindi (Abelmoschus esculentus L.)
- The crop starts yielding about 60 days after planting and extends to about 100 days.
- Pick tender and immature pods when they are approximately 3-4 inches in length.
- Harvest pods on alternate days to maintain good table quality as delay in harvest increases fibre content.
- Do not allow old pods to remain on the plant, as it will reduce production.
- Under good management 15-20 tonnes of green pods can be harvested from one hectare. The fruits are to be handled carefully to avoid damage and are then graded and packed in cartons
