Cumin / Jeera (Jīru)

Cuminum cyminum

Gujarat produces over 70% of India’s cumin (Unjha Mandi hub). Extremely sensitive to excess moisture and cloudy weather, which triggers Powdery Mildew and Blight.

Optimal Temperature

10°C - 26°C

Ideal Soil Moisture

25% - 45%

Daily Sunlight

8+ Hours/day

Growth Cycle

105 - 125 days

Soil Type & Fertilizer Ratios

Recommended Soil:

Well-drained sandy loam rich in organic humus, strictly avoiding water-retentive clay.

Recommended NPK Ratio:30:15:0 kg/ha

Irrigation Scheduling & Water Requirements

Light first irrigation after sowing, second after 8-10 days, followed by 3-4 light irrigations at 15-20 day intervals. Never overwater.

Common Pests & Disease Vulnerabilities

Blight (Alternaria burnsii)
Powdery Mildew (Erysiphe)
Fusarium Wilt
Aphids

Optimal Harvesting Signs & Post-Harvest Handling

Harvest when plants turn brownish-yellow before complete shattering in early morning dew hours.