Published Jun 18, 2023
The Solanaceae family and the Capsicum genus include chilli plants.Green Cayenne, Red Cayenne, Jalapeno, Habanero, etc are some of the different types of chillies.
Seeds are the source of chilli propagation.Cultivators must choose disease-free, good quality seeds.
Sandy loam, clay loam and loam soils suit chillies best, but they can grow in a range of soils. A warm and humid climate with a temperature of 20-25°C is ideal for chillies.
The land is prepared by ploughing 2-3 times and crushing the clods after each plowing.The seeds are sown in nursery beds and transplanted to the main field after 4-6 weeks.
Aphids, thrips, etc are some of the pests and anthracnose, wilt, etc are diseases that affect chillies. Neem oil, biopesticides, etc are the organic methods that can control pests and diseases.
Chillies can be harvested as green or red depending on the market demand.Hand picking or using sharp knives or scissors are the methods of harvesting chillies.