Chilies hold a significant place in Indian cuisine as an essential spice, indispensable in daily meals. This vital crop is cultivated across various regions of India, covering approximately 800,000 hectares, with an annual production of over 1.2 million tons. The yield of chili crops largely depends on the health of their flowers, which are often susceptible to damage from pests and other factors. However, there’s a solution—a specific spray that can enhance the number of flowers and fruits on chili plants, leading to a bountiful harvest.
When the time comes for the chili plants to flower, apply a spray of Planofix at a concentration of 10 PPM. Repeating this spray three weeks after the initial application will promote branch growth, resulting in a higher fruit yield. Additionally, drenching the plants with Tricontanol at 1 PPM, 18 days after transplantation, encourages healthy plant growth. This process should be repeated around 43 days later. Furthermore, after the fruits begin to form, spraying the plants with a solution of Gibberellic Acid at a concentration of 10-100 PPM will further enhance fruit production.
In India, chilies can be cultivated in three favorable seasons: summer, monsoon, and winter. According to agricultural experts, the main chili crop is typically ready between June and October, with planting occurring from June to July. The ideal conditions for chili cultivation include a temperature range of 15 to 35 degrees Celsius and a humid climate.
The top chili-producing states in India include Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and West Bengal, collectively contributing 80% of the country’s total chili production. Notably, Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh is recognized as the largest producer of both green and red chilies. According to data from 2012-2013, Barwani produced approximately 776,200 tons of green chilies and around 40,362 tons of red chilies.
