Gdeven all.

Gdm all ,welc to a new week of possibilities.

Dear Seedworld,

Please I need maize seeds that will be sufficient for 40 acres and white watermelon seeds as well. Appreciate your prompt response. Please include prices and number of bags so I know the total costs. Thanks

Gdm all,wishing you all a lovely day.

@Tokyo thk you for the inquiry.

MAIZE CALCULATION FOR THE 40 ACRES.
40 Acres is equal to 16 hectares.
You need 15kg per hectare .
You need a total of 240kg for your 40 acres for planting.

pls get across to me on the watermelon let me know the size of land for planting and also price discussion either by call,text message or WhatsApp on 07082638957 or EMAIL : Seedworldintegratedconceptltd@gmail.com

In planting you can plant 1 seed of maize per hole with a spacing of 75cm by 25cm or 70cm by 20cm .When planting with 2 seed per hole you use a spacing of 80cm by 30cm.

Seedworld:
@Tokyo thk you for the inquiry.

MAIZE CALCULATION FOR THE 40 ACRES.
40 Acres is equal to 16 hectares.
You need 15kg per hectare .
You need a total of 240kg for your 40 acres for planting.

pls get across to me on the watermelon let me know the size of land for planting and also price discussion either by call,text message or WhatsApp on 07082638957 or EMAIL : Seedworldintegratedconceptltd@gmail.com

Greetings Sir,
I have been going through your profile and page on agriculture...am really impressed... Keep the good work.

Thks a million for the value attachment.

Gdm all,wish u all a happy weekend.

Gdm all.

@seedworld
Do you have the big Green cucumber variety from East west seeds

Gdday everyone, Happy Sunday to u all.Cucumber available for now is Greengo F1 from east west seeds company Thailand.

Pls do identify the variety of cucumber ure asking for in this gallery.

Gdm all,Happy new week.

Gdm all

SEED / CULTIVATION GUIDE FOR CUCUMBER FARMING

INTRODUCTION : Cucumber is a widely cultivated plant in the curcubit family (Same Family with Watermelon, Melon,Snake guard and Squash).Cucumber we know mostly around us here belong to the specific genus/specie group called Cucumis Sativus.Most varieties of cucumber will grow in any amount of space and they have the ability to climb .It originated from Asia but is now grown in most continents.

TEMPERATURE : Cucumber plants naturally thrive in any environment and generally require temperature between 15 - 33°C.Due to this reason cucumber is now native to many regions of the world. All that is required for cucumber to do well anywhere is for you to amend the planting soil with much compost manure,mulch ,water regularly and provide staking for the vines to climb upward.There are many different varieties of cucumber to be noted.Ranging non hybrid to hybrid F1 variety like Murano 2 F1,Tokyo F1,Greengo F1 and the likes are some good hybrid cucumber varieties that produces good yeild and resistance to most cucumber diseases.

STEPS IN CUCUMBER CULTIVATION.

STEP 1. LAND PREPARATION : Compared to other cucurbis ,Cucumber plant has a stricter requirement of soil type as its root system develops and absorbs nutrients poorly.Sandy loamy or sandy soils are most suitable for growing cucumber because it absorbs heat faster than other soils and its small particle structure helps prevent seedlings from collapse due to rain and wind. Cucumber root system is shallow (only 25-30cm deep in the ground) resulting in poor ability to tolerate drought,flooding and making the crop susceptible to pests and diseases. Therefore,the soil for cucumber planting should be prepared carefully.

STEPS TO PREPARE THE LAND.
(a) Clear and Plow.
(b) Apply animal dropping and re-plow.
(c) Make beds.
(d) Fix Irrigation system.
(e) Open the holes and top dress.

(a) Clear and plow : Clear and plow the farmland where you intend to farm your cucumber. Carefully remove all stumps. The land chosen must be without the shrubs or tree .Cucumber need sunshine not sheds.

(b) Apply Organic manure : Apply organic manure before making beds.This is better .Organic manure can still be applied after making the beds.You can apply chicken ,pig or cow dropping or dung.Allow for 3 days or more before planting.

(c) Make Beds : The height of the bed should be 20cm - 30cm .Do not make beds higher as most cucumber roots do not grow too deep into the soil .The width should be 1.0m.The spacing between the beds should be 0.5 - 1m.

(d) Put drip irrigation system : Drip irrigation is inevitable if planting during the dry season. You may not require it during heavy rains .Note that cucumber requires much water on a daily basis.

(e) Cover the beds with Mulching film : Mulching film is a plastic product use for mulching so as to suppress weeds and conserve water in crop production. Holes are open on it where crops grow through in the tin plastic sheeting. Proper disposal of the mulching film after usage is highly encouraged to keep the environment clean and limit the presence of polythene in the soil.Ensure that the distance between one hole and the other is about 40 - 50cm.This will also determine the plant distance.
NOTE : Mulching films could come with holes already made from the factory. If you have to make holes be careful not to cut the drip tapes.


STEP 2. SOWING/PLANTING : Two method of sowing could be used.Which are :
(i) Direct Sowing : Sow 1-2 seeds per hole in the field .Cucumber seeds. germinate quite quickly usually not more than a week.Once the seedlings have reached an Inch or two the weaker of the two can be removed (where two seeds are sown).
(ii) Sowing in Nursery trays and transplanting after 6-10 days when the first true leaf appears.

TIPS NEEDED HERE.
* Do not allow seedlings to get too large in the nursery tray.If this happens ,transplanting becomes a lot more difficult.
* Transplanting is best done late in the evening from 6pm.

COMPARISON BETWEEN SOWING DIRECTLY IN THE FIELD/FARM AND SOWING IN NURSERY FOR TRANSPLANTING .

NURSERY SOWING . DIRECT SOWING
*Saves Seeds * It waste seeds .
* Requires much Labor. * Less labor is required.
* Crops get easily damage * Prevents crops injury.
during transplanting.
* Controlling the depth of * Difficult to control.
seedlings is easy.


STEP 3 . STAKING : Most farmers prefer the cucumber plant to crawl on the ground without staking and a lot of challenges goes with this practice. Which includes :
(i) Poor fruit setting .
(ii) Difficulty in harvesting as most of the fruits hide under the leaves.
(iii) Side of the fruit on the ground remains white while the rest turns green (Poor colour).
(iv) Fruit could be easily attacked by insects ,worms or even rot on the ground.
In a nutshell ,it is advisable to stake your cucumber.Stakes are to be fixed immediately after planting. Staking is therefore done as soon as the plant grows out enough to hang on the sticks.Staking makes harvesting and farm organization very easy thereby reducing stress.

STEP 4. APPLICATION OF FERTILISERS AND APPLICATION OF WATER.
There is the option of organic fertilizer and inorganic fertilizer .Less see the implications of chemical fertilizers.

CHEMICAL/INORGANIC FERTILIZERS.
(i) Destroys plants if wrongly applied.
(ii) Kills earthworms and micro organisms in the soil that aid plants growth.
(iii) Pollute the ground water with lead and other heavy metals,when absorbed by growing plants which becomes dangerous to our health when consumed as food.

ORGANIC FERTILIZER : This means o fertilizer derived from organic matter ,such as decomposed leaves,bones,fruits,vegetables and animal droppings. To create compost with higher content of potassium ,than usual ,throw fruit and vegetable waste into the compost pile .Banana peel,orange rinds,lemon rinds,spinach and tomatoes will help.Mixing wood ash into the soil will add potassium to it as well.Be sure not to overdo this to make sure the soil pH is balance.

STAGES OF FERTILIZER APPLICATION IN CUCUMBER FARMING.
1. Organic manure is applied during land preparation.
2. Top dressing .This is done by mixing one spoon of solid organic fertilizer in the planting hole.
3. Growth boosters are foliage fertilizers which can be applied weekly from 15 days after planting. This enhances growth at vegetable stage.
4. Some companies have different foliage fertilizer for fruiting which is applied from flowering stage to harvesting and also applied weekly.
5. A second application of manure is done in the furrows,just before the flowering stage.
NOTE: Foliage fertilizer are best applied very early in the morning or late in the evening.

WATER APPLICATION : Cucumber requires a lot of water but the peak of the raining season but note. (With heavy rainfall is not the best season for planting it).Watering should be done daily morning and evening.Three method of irrigation can be use for cucumber farming.

METHODS OF IRRIGATION IN CUCUMBER FARMING.
1. Drip Irrigation : Drip tapes are connected round the farm to drip water at the planting holes.
ADVANTAGES OF DRIP IRRIGATION.
* Economizes water such that is not wasted.
* Weeds in furrow die out of dryness.
* Does not require high pressure. Pressure due to height is enough to circulate the water if properly connected, therefore reduces cost.

2. Sprinker Irrigation: This involves sprinkling water in the farm which works against the advantages of drip irrigation system.
3. Furrow Irrigation : This involves flooding the furrows with water during fruiting stage.
NOTE : It is not advisable to embark on cucumber farming if you are not sure of water supply or irrigation arrangement.

STEP 5. PRUNING : Pruning is very necessary to encourage quick growth and high yield and promote healthy plants.Your goal in pruning is to have one healthy vine with fewer /shorter nodes ,rather than have several vines.

PRUNING PROCEDURES ( Monoecious (Male) Hybrid)
1. Remove the side shoots of 1st to 4th branch and start fruit setting at 5th branch.
2. From 5th branch cut above 1st and 2nd node off side shoot.
NOTE : This will encourage the the quick growth. Don't remove any flower fruit will form from pollinated female flowers.

PRUNING PROCEDURES (High female and By hybrid)
1. Remove the side shoots of 1st to 4th branch and start fruit at 5th branch.
2. From 5th branch cut above 2nd node off side shoot.
NOTE: This will encourage the the quick growth. Don't remove any flower fruit will form from pollinated female flowers.

STEP 6. HARVESTING : Harvesting your cucumber fruits when they have reached the desired market size is important. Do not allow them to turn yellow or strong before before harvesting them.Harvest when crispy and fresh.Harvest 35 to 45 days after transplanting. Harvest every other day at least two days intervals if you desire to harvest large quantities.

POST HARVEST HANDLING GUIDELINES.
1. You must be careful where to store the cucumber fruit after harvest.It must be under a cool temperature.
2. Do not allow much pressure on the fruit in case case of movement from the farm to the market.
3. Good varieties could last up to 10days on the shelf if harvested in a good condition and on time before it is over matured.

I will stop here to take the next latter on PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED IN CUCUMBER CULTIVATION. Gdday all.

Gdm all,welc to a new day.

how much is 60kg hybrid maize seed i base in State of Osun

Hybrid maize seed is packed in 2kg and is sold for #1500.Large quantity order reduces price.

Seedworld:
Gdeven all,in port Harcourt,and not illorin.Have supplied a client at illorin.

Did you just say you are in Port Harcourt?

Gdeven all.Wishing you a happy weekend. Yes indeed.

Seedworld:
Gdeven all.Wishing you a happy weekend. Yes indeed.

Okay naw. Make we schedule meeting in the coming weeks, upper week maybe. Will send you a message on whatsapp.

Ok

Gdm all,Happy Sunday and new month.

How much is your dwarf coconut seedling

Where is ur base?

Gdeven all,I reside in port Harcourt, do delivery Nationwide.

Coconut seedlings available .Call or send an order inquiry on WhatsApp 07082638957.

Gdm all.

50g of murano seeds available

Gdeven all.Pls note this thread is not for your advert.Pls desist and great one for you to advertise your Murano.

create one rather