Thiruvarur Agromet Advisory -

State
Tamil Nadu
Valid period
–
Source
Tamil Nadu Rice Research Institute, Aduthurai

Paddy

Basal Application

  • Since moderate rainfall is expected in the coming days, basal application for samba paddy may be postponed.

Field Preparation

  • Preparation of late samba/ thaladi main fields can be done using the expected rainfall.

Nursery Sowing

  • Samba nursery applications of 2 kg DAP/cent is recommended.

Suitable Varieties

  • Late Samba.
  • 2. Late Thaladi.

Seed Rate

  • For direct seeding in samba season, seed rate of 15 and 30 kg/acre is recommended for tractor drawn seed drill and manual broadcasting respectively.

Seed Treatment

  • Seeds should be treated with Pseudomonas fluorescence 10g/kg of seed before sowing.
  • The seed treatment increases seed germination, seedling vigor and controls the seed borne infection.

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 Thiruvarur?

Agromet advisories for Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu 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 Thiruvarur advisory?

The Thiruvarur 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 Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu agromet advisory?

This advisory covers Paddy grown in Thiruvarur 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.