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Rabi (Winter) • Tuber Vegetable
Potato (Aloo)
Solanum tuberosum
Tuber initiation requires cool night temperatures (< 20°C). Deesa (Banaskantha) is the cold-storage capital of India.
Optimal Temperature
15°C - 24°C
Ideal Soil Moisture
45% - 70%
Daily Sunlight
6+ Hours/day
Growth Cycle
85 - 110 days
Soil Type & Fertilizer Ratios
Recommended Soil:
Friable sandy loam with loose texture, high humus, and pH 5.2 - 6.4.
Recommended NPK Ratio:150:100:150 kg/ha
Irrigation Scheduling & Water Requirements
Light, frequent irrigations. Stop irrigation 10 days before harvesting to allow skin curing.
Common Pests & Disease Vulnerabilities
- Late Blight (Phytophthora infestans)
- Early Blight
- Potato Tuber Moth
- Black Scurf (Rhizoctonia)
Optimal Harvesting Signs & Post-Harvest Handling
Dehaulm (cut foliage) 10-12 days before digging up tubers so potato skins harden for long storage life.