MULTAN
The Punjab Agriculture Department has issued December guidelines for the care of citrus and guava orchards.
A department spokesperson advised growers to prune diseased, dry, and unnecessary branches of citrus trees. Harvesting of kinnow and “musami” should continue, while pruning of harvested trees must be done with sharp tools. Farmers were urged to apply balanced chemical fertilizers in consultation with local agriculture experts and to add well-rotted farmyard manure during December.
To control termite infestation, growers were advised to carry out soil hoeing and apply recommended pesticides. The spokesperson further said young guava plants should be protected from frost. Frost-affected branches should not be pruned until the risk of frost has completely passed.
Farmers were also directed to remove weeds from orchards and ensure one irrigation. For effective weed control, they were advised to follow guidance from local Punjab Agriculture Department experts.
