Question

Raising of Seedlings in Nursery:

Hint:

Using healthy, disease-free seedlings ensures better survival after transplanting and leads to stronger crop establishment.

Answer 1

- Tobacco seeds are tiny and are initially grown in nurseries before transplanting.
- Seed Rate: 500-600 g/ha.
- Nursery Bed Preparation: 
- Beds are made in well-drained soil and sterilized with formalin or through solarization to prevent fungal infections.
- Seeds are mixed with fine sand and spread evenly across the beds.
- Light and consistent watering is done to maintain moisture levels.
- Seedlings, 45-50 days old and 10-15 cm tall, are ready for transplanting.