noblefarm:
@kalusam we are not seeing these on tai agro summit whatsapp group ooo, share it with us there too na

@noblefarm, add me to the whatsapp group......please oooooo. Am interested. 07038374167

Still counting days. Pictures will be uploaded tomorrow if we can get fuel to go farm........

It is my hope the season is going well with you........good night.

After that "MANUAL MESS", i started running web search. I knew no watermelon farmer. I just keep moving on with research. I toiled a lot before I can gather needed info to start a backyard watermelon farm.

Farm workers, this rainy season. Please dont work under whirlwind. Dont stay where there are many trees. Save your life, stay alive.

Farmers..........how is the season going ?

ylordy:
mehn just finished reading the thread...-i never knew that someone have the same idea that I have..online agricwebsite like alibaba nd almost the same marketing strategy...God will keep blessing u @jasper7 and other pro agroprenuers....will become one soon.

Welcome on board ...........we see love in sharing.

Lesgupnigeria:
Your produce being at the right place, at the right time with the right buyer is the workings of God factor in your business.
Commit it into his hand.
#Godfactor

Alryt.....

My first encounter with watermelon production business started with an article I read online. I got excited with the well polished info in the article. I subscribed for more info/lessons from the author. Mails kept coming my inbox. It was ended by : " walk into any GTB Branch, pay N5,000 into so so so account, and send............ you will get the link to download THE MANUAL". That message was a total disappointment but created much concern about the business in me.

@dav8id.......am sorry for this. I was somehow busy when I wrote those few lines to start this thread.

enomakos:
thanks but how many seeds can one plant?

as many as you want

write2obi:

meaning ?

write2obi:
Watermelon could mean a lot of things

Ok........like what and what bro?

Imokay:
Any tips to prevent insect bites with serious consequences for farm workers

First thing is sanitation. Keep your farm(of any type) clean. Then identify the likely insect that can cause trouble and their hideout. Destroy them before they attack. tnx

Soloxam:
OK u did broadcasting mtd, I used drilling mtd. You see a straight line across the first bed, that is where the seeds are been drop, covered slightly with soil, cover with palm font and water.
more pix will be uploaded after germination........

update pls..........waiting patiently

@soloxam, pls give us update of your tomato nursery

enomakos:
Nice post

how many seeds are in 1g?and how many seeds can one plant?

about 250 seeds.

Great Watermelon Farmers...... lets get together and put our experience in written for the benefit of intending and first-time farmers. Both pros and cons of watermelon experience are welcome on this thread. Lets make this agricultural goldmine "comely" to others. stay following....

Still available............"Now" is the best time to start farming...... go nd start

Adex001:
Keep the good work on man... Nice one... Would update after I see your first fruit

No wahala bro.......lol

Hollawaley:
thanks.

@Juliana7........1g N550 only.

olad99:





pls sir am looking forwards to a response

Intending farmer........welcome on board. If you have water source on your farmland, i would advise you go for vegetable production such as cucumber, watermelon, tomato, .......etc. With your 100k you can start any of the listed vegetable. Mind you, knowledge is power. Get trained first. ....... Issue of BOA loan, go and open account with them first. You need only 4passport photo, valid ID card, utility bill (nepa bill or the likes), and minimum of 3,000 naira. The loan still exist. tnx

If you are a practical farmer, get registered with Federal Ministry of Agriculture.............simple process. it costs you no penny. If you are in Oyo State, Just walk into NCRI, Moor Plantation, Apata Ibadan. Ask of Federal Ministry of Agriculture complex. You will get registered within 15minutes.

Eat plantain daily..........it is very nutricious

Good Morning safety-concious farmers.......

Day 10.........at nusery. First true leaves recorded.

@OP.......you didnt include vegetable such as cucumber, watermelon, tomato, carrot, okra.......in the list. Do more research and write something on these goldmines.

Denn:
Do not place pesticides and herbicides within the reach of young children.

Ensure your farm house environment is clean and free from weed. This is to prevent snakes.

Always wear protective boots when possible.

Label your knapsack sprayers clearly. The one for herbicides shouldbjot be used for pesticides or fertilizer application.

Always wash your hand after every visit to the farm.

Dont assume snakes are not in the bush nearby. They always are.

When burning bush, be careful of the possibility of sudden reptile exits.

Never leave your child alone to forage solitary parts of the farm.

Have a safety plan and always follow it.

Ensure your workers are dressed for work. Right apparel and tools. Lead by example.

The tractor is a powerful equipment. Handle with care. Ensure the PTO is fully secured and not in the reach of human flesh during operation.

Really informative..........tnx Hon. Denn

nairo:
why can't u tell us the price here for the benefit of everyone

Am sorry. It a business strategy. Different customers, different treatment. Believe me, am honest. tnx

Inseticide sprayed around the nursery to deter insect invassion............. still counting days

Naija people with selfishness and envy..........o ga o !