Don’t Leave Your Fields Empty After Paddy Harvest — Earn Double Profits with Pusa Mustard-32 Cultivation!

Krishi Dunia

• 06 Oct, 2025 11:50 AM IST ,
• Updated Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:12 PM

Farmers, it is often observed that after harvesting the paddy crop, fields are left idle for a long time or used for growing crops like potatoes. But this year, if you utilize your field immediately after paddy harvest for cultivating Pusa Mustard-32, you can earn higher profits in a shorter period.

Pusa Mustard-32, developed by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, is a boon for farmers. This early-maturing, disease-resistant, and high-yielding mustard variety can significantly enhance your field’s productivity and boost your income. By sowing it right after paddy harvest, you make optimal use of time and land, ensuring that your next crop cycle stays on schedule. If your goal is low investment and high returns, this variety can be an excellent choice.

 Key Features of Pusa Mustard-32

Pusa Mustard-32 is a scientifically developed variety from IARI, known for its fast maturity, strong disease resistance, and excellent yield potential.

• Sowing Period: Last week of September to 15 October
• Suitable Regions: Plains of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Western Uttar Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh
• Plant Height: Around 73 cm
• Number of Pods: High — contributing to increased yields

 Quick Maturity & Higher Yield

One of the most important advantages of this variety is early maturity, allowing farmers to plan their next crop seamlessly.

• Crop Duration: 132–145 days
• Average Yield: 27–28 quintals per hectare

With timely sowing and proper care, the yield can exceed these averages, further increasing profitability.

 Benefits for Farmers

1. Low Cost, High Profit: Cultivation requires relatively low investment but provides excellent returns.
2. Disease Resistance: The variety is resistant to several common crop diseases.
3. Early Harvest: Early maturity allows farmers to sow the next crop on time.
4. Higher Productivity: Short crop duration with high yields helps increase overall farm income.

 Cultivation Tips

• After harvesting paddy, prepare the field thoroughly by proper ploughing.
• Maintain adequate soil moisture and irrigate when necessary.
• Sow between late September and 15 October for best results.
• Regularly monitor the crop for pest or disease infestations and take timely action.

 Conclusion

Instead of leaving fields empty after paddy harvest, cultivating Pusa Mustard-32 can be a profitable opportunity for farmers. This variety offers high yields in less time, with good market prices. By sowing at the right time and providing proper care, farmers can achieve significant growth in income and make the most of the post-paddy farming season.