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Agriculture
September sugarcane sowing in Madhya Pradesh stresses quality seed selection
✍️ ChiniMandi
🗓 19 Sep 2026, 08:36 AM
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Farmers in Madhya Pradesh began September sugarcane planting, with authorities urging the use of quality certified seeds to ensure better yields.
The sugarcane planting season opened in September across Madhya Pradesh, as farmers prepared fields for the crop that forms a backbone of the state's agro‑economy. This timing aligns with the traditional sowing calendar that takes advantage of the post‑monsoon soil moisture.
Agricultural officials and extension officers are emphasizing that the choice of seed material will determine the success of the crop. They recommend certified, disease‑free seed varieties that meet the state's quality standards, warning that sub‑standard seed can lead to poor germination and lower stalk quality.
To support the push for better seed, the state agriculture department has mobilised its network of seed distributors and is providing guidance on proper planting depth and spacing. Experts expect that adherence to these practices will improve overall yields and profitability for the upcoming harvest season.
Agricultural officials and extension officers are emphasizing that the choice of seed material will determine the success of the crop. They recommend certified, disease‑free seed varieties that meet the state's quality standards, warning that sub‑standard seed can lead to poor germination and lower stalk quality.
To support the push for better seed, the state agriculture department has mobilised its network of seed distributors and is providing guidance on proper planting depth and spacing. Experts expect that adherence to these practices will improve overall yields and profitability for the upcoming harvest season.