How plastic mulch significantly increased my yield and income
The use of plastic mulch on my tomato and cucumber plants increased my yield by 90% and increased my income by 195%. This is what Ahmad (Our client) told us after using the plastic mulch he bought from us. Veggie Grow has consistently provided innovative solutions to the challenges of farmers in Nigeria; here is […]
Continue readingBlue Plastic Mulch – Can this increase my crop yield?
Blue plastic mulch is a type of plastic mulch, just like the black plastic mulch, white plastic mulch and red plastic mulch etc. It is called blue plastic mulch because the colour is blue. Blue plastic mulch has been researched thoroughly over the past years and it has been agreed that this type of plastic […]
Continue readingRed Plastic Mulch for Tomatoes
Red plastic mulch for tomatoes is a type of plastic mulch that is suitable for tomatoes and few other crops. The red plastic mulch has a red colour which has been proven to increase the yield of some crops like tomatoes. Michael J. Kasperbauer and Clemson University nematologist Bruce Fornum who developed the red plastic […]
Continue readingBlack plastic mulch for sale
At Veggie Grow, we have black plastic mulch for sale. Black plastic mulch is the commonest type of plastic mulch used by farmers and gardeners in Nigeria. Black plastic mulch is suitable for the climate of Nigeria. This type of mulch has black colour, hence the reason why it is called black plastic mulch. It […]
Continue readingCost of starting a plantain plantation in Nigeria
The cost of starting a plantain plantation in Nigeria varies from location to location. In some locations, it is significantly cheaper to start a plantain plantation while in other locations, it may be expensive. To start your plantain plantation, you need to acquire a farmland. Some people lease or rent farmlands for plantain plantation, I […]
Continue readingChallenges of plantain farming in Nigeria
Plantain farming can be a very profitable venture if done the right way. I have seen a number of farmers who make several millions of naira yearly from their plantain farms. I have also seen those who lost their life savings on plantain farming. As easy as plantain farming may look, it has its own challenges. […]
Continue readingHow to maintain and unblock drip irrigation systems or drip tapes
Drip irrigation is one of the most innovative farm technologies in the world. With this technology, farmers have recorded significant yield and profit. The technology behind the trickle form of passing water to crops can also saved water usage significantly. How you maintain and unblock or unclog your drip irrigationsystem or drip tapes can go […]
Continue readingWhy potassium fertiliser is important in plantain farming
Plantain farming can be very lucrative in Nigeria. Most if not all Nigerians eat plantain, plantain is a delicacy for many. Plantain contains a lot of potassium. Potassium is a nutrient your plantain crop needs; unfortunately, most plantain farmers forsake this nutrient. Types of potassium fertiliser that can be used for plantain farming Potassium Nitrate […]
Continue readingDrip tape – The main component of drip irrigation systems
A drip tape is the principal component of a typical drip irrigation system. The drip tape is the lateral that runs parallel to rows of crops. Without the drip tape, the drip irrigation system is useless. The drip tape alone can even be the sole component of a drip irrigation system in some cases. Drip […]
Continue readingWhich crops are suitable for drip irrigation?
Drip irrigation is suitable for a lot of crops; it has been argued that drip irrigation is suitable for all crops. However, this technology is more suitable for some crops. A recap, drip irrigation is a type of irrigation that enables the slow release of water to the base of plants. It is one of the […]
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