Many farmers complain that the cane starts well but later the tillers / canes die. This lowers the plant population and can finally affect the yield.
Common causes of tiller death
- Water stress: a shortage of water, or water standing in the field.
- Nutrient imbalance: not getting the right nutrition at the right time.
- Crowding and shade: late tillers cannot survive against bigger plants.
- Pests and diseases: damage at the early stage.
- Early stress: if germination and early growth are weak, the effect shows later.
Stage-wise care
Instead of doing everything at once, work stage by stage: Granules at planting, drenching after the first irrigation, and a foliar spray at 2–4 leaves.
2–4 leaves: 250 ML Sugarcane Special + 250 ML Immunity Gold / vigha4–5 pumps per vigha (45–50 ML in every 15-litre pump).
Repeat spray: every 15–25 days2–3 further sprays depending on crop condition.
Alongside, continue the program with 1 bag of Granules at every main fertilizer dose.
*This information is general guidance and current program guidance. Results can vary with soil, variety, water, weather and management; no result is guaranteed. Call for advice that suits your field conditions.
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