Overview

Alkarty Guar Phali Seeds produce high-quality cluster beans, commonly known as guar. This drought-tolerant legume is easy to grow and highly valued for its tender pods used in cooking as well as its industrial applications due to guar gum.

Uses

• Culinary: Commonly used in Indian dishes such as sabzi and stir-fries for its unique flavor and crunchy texture.
• Nutritional: Rich in dietary fiber, protein, calcium, and iron.
• Medicinal: Aids in digestion, manages blood sugar levels, and is heart-friendly.
• Industrial: Guar gum extracted from seeds is used in the food, textile, and oil industries.

How to Grow

• Climate: Thrives in warm and dry climates, with temperatures between 25–35°C.
• Soil: Well-drained sandy loam soil is ideal. Avoid heavy clay soils.
• Sowing Time: Best sown during summer and monsoon seasons (March–August).
• Sowing Method: Direct sowing in rows.
• Sowing Depth: 2–3 cm deep.
• Spacing: 30 cm between plants, 45–60 cm between rows.
• Germination Time: 6–10 days.
• Sunlight: Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Care Instructions

• Watering: Needs moderate watering. Once established, it is drought-tolerant. Avoid waterlogging.
• Fertilizer: Add well-rotted compost before sowing. Light nitrogen application after germination if needed.
• Weeding: Keep the field free from weeds, especially during the early stages.
• Pests & Diseases: Generally pest-resistant but monitor for aphids and fungal leaf spots. Use neem spray or organic treatments as needed.
• Support: Not usually required unless planted in windy areas.

Harvesting

• Ready to harvest in 40–60 days after sowing, depending on variety and climate.
• Harvest tender green pods every 2–3 days for continuous production.
• Over-mature pods become fibrous and less palatable.

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