Banka Agromet Advisory -

State
Bihar
Valid period
–
Source
Bihar Agricultural University

Paddy

Weed Prevention

  • Farmers are advised to control weeds by the application of Bispyribac sodium @ 250 ml /ha or Ethoxysulfuron @ 120 g /ha or Pyrazosulfuron @ 250 g /ha should be given after 25-30 days after transplanting or DAS dissolve it in 600- 700 litre /ha and spray over rice field.

Seed Variety

  • Rajendra Shweta

Maize

Tasseling Stage - Nitrogen

  • Apply 10-15 kg nitrogen at the time of tasseling stage.

Tasseling Stage - Shoor Borer

  • If there is attack of shoot borer, apply Carbofuran @ 3-4 pellets per plant in the shoot of the plant.

Do's

  • Remove weeds from the field.

Livestock

Parasites

  • Give butocus medicine to the animals to protect them from external parasites.
  • Provide them mineral mixture 50-60 gram per day.

Chillies

Do's

  • Control weeds from the plots of chilli are advised and apply irrigation also.

Seed Variety

  • Hybrid

Brinjal

Do's

  • Control weeds from the plot of brinjal are advised and apply irrigation also.

Seed Variety

  • Hybrid

Tomato

Do's

  • Control weeds from the plot of tomato are advised and apply irrigation also.

Seed Variety

  • Hybrid

Cabbage

Do's

  • Control weeds from the plots of cabbage are advised and apply irrigation also.

Seed Variety

  • Hybrid

Source: State agriculture departments and ICAR agro-meteorological units, based on India Meteorological Department (IMD) medium-range weather forecasts · View source →. Updated: weekly or bi-weekly per advisory cycle · Report an error

Frequently Asked Questions

How should farmers use this agromet advisory?

Read the crop-wise recommendations carefully and note the valid date range. The advisory covers expected weather conditions during that period, so apply pest-management and irrigation suggestions within the window specified. Always consult your local agriculture extension officer before applying any new chemical.

How often are agromet advisories issued for Banka?

Agromet advisories for Banka, Bihar are typically issued weekly or bi-weekly by state agriculture departments and ICAR agro-meteorological units. Each advisory is valid for 5-7 days and covers the major crops grown in the district.

What weather parameters are monitored for the Banka advisory?

The Banka advisory uses 5-day weather forecast data from India Meteorological Department (IMD) automatic weather stations covering rainfall, maximum and minimum temperature, humidity and wind speed, combined with crop-stage growth models to generate field-level recommendations.

Which crops are covered in the Banka, Bihar agromet advisory?

This advisory covers Paddy, Maize, Livestock, Chillies, Brinjal, Tomato, Cabbage grown in Banka district. Each crop entry includes pest and disease management guidance tailored to the current growth stage and weather forecast.

Can I download or share this advisory?

Yes. You can share this advisory page link with other farmers in your district. The NaPanta app also delivers agromet advisories as push notifications so you receive them as soon as they are published, without needing to check the website.