Boosting Sugarcane Yield to 100 Tonnes Per Acre: Dattatraya Khandeshe Success Story
Dattatraya Khandeshe
from Manchar, Pune, increased his sugarcane yield per acre to over 100 tonnes with the help of
Kisaanyard, a Sugarcane Growth Kit, and modern farming methods. He improved his farm's
productivity by implementing better soil management, irrigation, and sugarcane fertilizer
schedule while following expert advice. His achievement serves as an inspiration, demonstrating
how farmers can significantly enhance their yield and income with the right resources.
Today, we will explore how Mr. Dattatraya Khandeshe, from Ambegaon in the Pune district of
Maharashtra, achieved over 100 tons of high-yield sugarcane farming per acre.
The Journey of Success
Organic Manure: The Key to Enhancing Soil
Fertility
Dattatraya Khandeshe ploughed his field one or two times to soften the soil in preparation for
growing sugarcane. He then added 3 to 4 litres of composting bacteria and 5 to 6 tons of Farm
Yard
Manure to the soil.
When it was prepared, he dispersed it uniformly around the field. He then used a
rotavator to completely plough the earth and made ridges, leaving 110 to 120 cm space between each
ridge.
Selecting CO 86032 Variety for High Yield
The right variety selection is crucial for high-yield sugarcane farming. Dattatraya Khandeshe chose
the CO 86032 sugarcane variety because of its high production potential, reaching up to 100 tons per
acre. The 0.31-hectare sugarcane plot in Survey No. 639 was planted, and work began on June 4. At an
average of 104 MT per acre, the field yielded 80.312 MT of sugarcane by this crushing season.
Seed Treatment and planting
For sugarcane planting, cuttings or saplings are treated by soaking them for 10 minutes in a
solution
of 500 ml Chlorpyrifos 20% EC, 250 grams of Ridomil Gold, and 1 kg of 13:00:45 fertilizer mixed in
100 litres of water. This ensures good germination, pest control, and disease management. Planting
is
done between June and July, with row spacing of 120 cm and plant spacing of 30–45 cm. Proper spacing
promotes healthy growth by reducing competition for resources.
Fertilizer Schedule and Application
First Stage (At the time of Planting)
- Applied 30 to 35 kg of Urea, 100 kg of Single Super Phosphate (SSP), 50 kg of DAP, and 60 kg of
Muriate of Potash (MOP).
Second Stage (45 days after planting)
- Applied 140 kg of urea and add Micronutrients like Zinc Sulphate (25 kg) and Borax (10 kg).
Third Stage (90 days after planting)
-Applied 50 kg of urea and 8 kg of Sulphur.
Fourth Stage (120 days after planting)
- Before earthing up, apply 100 kg of Urea, 50 kg of DAP, 50 kg of 12:32:16, and 50 kg of Muriate of
Potash.
Using the best fertilizers for sugarcane like Urea, SSP, DAP, MOP, and 12:32:16 Fertilizer ensures
healthy growth, enhanced sugar content, and increased yield. Proper application of these fertilizers
strengthens the plants' immunity, making them resistant to pests and diseases while optimizing their
nutrient uptake.
Weed Management:
Weeds compete with sugarcane for nutrients and water, affecting its growth. To control this,
Khandeshe applied 1400 ml of Syngenta Caloris Extra per acre on the 18th day after planting.
This
effectively controlled both narrow and broad-leaf weeds.
Pest and Disease Control:
To prevent white grub and early shoot borer, Khandeshe mixed neem cake with Bayer's Regent Ultra
during the first fertilizer application. This combination boosted the sugarcane's immunity,
reducing susceptibility to other pests and diseases.
The Role of Kisaanyard Store
A key part of Dattatraya Khandeshe success is the Kisaanyard Store, which helped by providing
all the
essential agricultural supplies. They supplied everything from fertilizers and pesticides to
helpful
advice.
This support made sure that farmers like Dattatraya Khandeshe had access to the best resources
to improve their sugarcane farming yields and achieve great results.
Conclusion
Dattatraya Khandeshe successfully increased his sugarcane yield per acre to over 100 tons by adopting
modern farming techniques and utilizing expert resources such as Kisaanyard and the Sugarcane Growth
Kit.
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Soil preparation was a crucial factor. By incorporating organic manure and thorough ploughing, he laid
the foundation for a healthy crop.
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Selecting the CO 86032 sugarcane variety was a game-changer due to its high yield potential, sugar
content, and disease resistance.
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Seed treatment with Chlorpyrifos, Ridomil Gold, and 13:00:45 ensured strong germination and pest
protection.
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Fertilizer management, with a structured sugarcane fertilizer schedule, provided essential nutrients for
vigorous growth and higher yields.
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The use of the Sugarcane Growth Kit, containing growth-promoting substances like 6-BA and gibberellic
acid, enhanced tillering and overall growth.
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Weed control with Syngenta Caloris Extra and pest management using neem cake and Bayer’s Regent Ultra
helped maintain a healthy crop and maximize yield.