Every stage in farming is crucial 🌱, but some just need a little more attention than others because of how sensitive that stage can be. “Have you ever wondered what the very first signs of okra production look like on the farm?”
Well, you have come to the right place for those answers, and based on my past knowledge, I will make this as easy to understand for us as I can so that you can easily pick things up, even if it is your first time. 🤔
The stage of transformation practically involves the crop moving from leafy production 🌿 to the fruity production 🍆, with all other growths other than the growth of the fruits at a near standstill.
Now, what should farmers expect during this early stage of production?
Increased water and nutrient demand 💧
I mostly liken this stage to the period when the okra is producing new fruits almost every day 🌞 because of the short harvesting period between when the pods appear and when it is fully ready to be harvested.
Faster growth of pods ⏩
Okra pods grow fast, within just a few days of appearing, they can be harvest-ready. That's why we need to keep our eyes on it 👀 to avoid missing out on the best time to harvest.
Increased pest activity 🐛
Most pests of okra are attracted to the fruit than the leaves 🍂; we normally apply herbicides that are specifically made for this crop to it once in a while to avoid the pests damaging our harvest.
Don't hesitate to drop a comment on this, especially if you have something helpful to add. You never know, the way we cultivate these crops differs from place to place.
What do you think needs the most attention at this critical stage of the farm?