MATAR FALI – मटर फली (25 Gm)

🌱 How to Grow Organic & Desi Fava Beans (Matar Fali / Broad Beans)

☀️ 1. Climate & Season

Fava beans prefer cool weather (15–25°C).

Sowing time in India:

North India: October–December

South India / Hills: August–October

Sensitive to high heat — best grown in winter season.

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🌾 2. Soil Preparation (Organic Way)

Grows best in loamy, fertile, and well-drained soil.

Soil pH: 6.0–7.5

Mix in:

Cow dung manure or compost (2–3 kg per sq.m.)

A handful of neem cake powder (controls soil pests)

Avoid waterlogging — roots rot easily.

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🌱 3. Methods of Growing (All Possible Ways)

(a) Furrow / Line Sowing Method

Make furrows 45–60 cm apart.

Sow seeds 2–3 cm deep, spacing 15–20 cm between plants.

Cover with fine soil and water gently.

Ideal for large or field cultivation.

(b) Raised Bed Method

Make 2-3 ft wide raised beds with compost-rich soil.

Keeps roots aerated and prevents fungal issues.

Maintain soil moisture evenly.

(c) Pot / Container Method

Use 12–15 inch deep pots or grow bags.

Sow 2–3 seeds per pot; keep only 1–2 strong plants later.

Perfect for terrace or balcony gardening.

(d) Broadcasting Method

For larger areas, scatter seeds evenly.

Cover lightly with soil and water.

Suitable for small-scale quick crops but less uniform.

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💧 4. Watering

Water immediately after sowing.

Then water every 7–10 days depending on soil moisture.

Avoid overwatering — causes root rot.

During flowering and pod formation, water regularly for better yield.

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🌿 5. Organic Nutrition

Apply cow dung slurry, Jeevamrut, or Panchagavya every 15–20 days.

Spray vermicompost tea for lush green leaves.

Avoid chemical fertilizers — fava beans naturally fix nitrogen.

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🐛 6. Pest & Disease Control (Organic)

Common pests: Aphids, pod borers, and fungal wilts.

✅ Organic Remedies:

Neem oil spray (5 ml per liter) weekly.

Garlic-chili spray for caterpillars.

Intercrop with coriander or marigold to repel insects.

Use trichoderma powder in soil to prevent fungus.

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🌼 7. Harvesting

Pods are ready in 90–110 days after sowing.

Harvest when pods are green, soft, and full-sized.

For dry seeds, let pods turn brown before harvesting.

Pick regularly to encourage more pods.

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🌸 8. Extra Tips

Mulch with straw or leaves to maintain soil moisture.

Provide light support if plants grow tall or windy weather.

Rotate crops — avoid planting beans after other legumes.

Store harvested pods in cool, dry conditions.