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asafoetida-hing

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Asafoetida (Hing) is a spice crop, a perennial. Sow it in Sep–Oct and expect to harvest in 4–5 years. It wants a pH of 6.5–7.5 (close to neutral) and 10–25°C. Plant at 90 × 60 cm, allowing 4–6 kg of seed per hectare. A good crop returns around 0.05–0.1 t. Watch for root rot, aphid.

Growing Asafoetida (Hing)

6 sentences from our guides, quoted exactly

Introduction Asafoetida (Ferula asafoetida), locally called hing, is a perennial spice valued for its resin.
Growing Asafoetida (Hing) in Marathwada: Practical Guide
Why consider asafoetida (hing) in Mizoram?
How to Grow Asafoetida (Hing) in Mizoram: Complete Guide
Why grow asafoetida (hing) in Meghalaya?
Asafoetida (Hing) in Meghalaya: Practical Cultivation Guide
Asafoetida (hing), derived from Ferula species, is a small but high-value spice used across North Indian kitchens.
Growing Asafoetida (Hing) in Varanasi: Practical Farming Guide
Overview and suitability for the Gangetic Plains Asafoetida (commonly called hing) is a resinous spice obtained from Ferula species.
How to Grow Asafoetida (Hing) in the Gangetic Plains
Introduction Asafoetida (hing) is a resinous gum from Ferula species used as a spice and medicinal product.
Asafoetida (Hing) in Guntur: Practical Cultivation Guide

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Crop intelligence

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Crop Sow Days pH Temp °C Yield
Guava Jul–Aug (planting) 2–3 yr to bear 6.0–7.5 23–30 20–25 t
Pomegranate Jul–Aug (planting) 2–3 yr to bear 6.5–7.5 20–35 15–20 t
Ber (Indian Jujube) Jul–Aug (planting) 2–3 yr to bear 6.0–8.5 20–35 15–20 t
Calamondin Jul–Aug 2–3 yr 5.5–6.5 18–32 12–20 t
Tea Jun–Aug (planting) 3–4 yr to pluck 4.5–5.5 18–30 2–3 t made tea
Oil Palm Jun–Sep (planting) 3–4 yr to bear 5.0–7.0 24–32 20–25 t FFB
Lemon Jul–Aug (planting) 3–4 yr to bear 6.0–7.5 20–32 15–20 t
Jojoba Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 6.0–8.0 20–35 1.5–3 t
Feijoa Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 5.5–7.0 10–25 10–15 t
Loquat Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 6.0–7.5 15–30 10–15 t
Jujube Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 6.0–8.0 15–35 10–15 t
Grapefruit Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 5.5–7.5 15–35 20–30 t
Citron Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 5.5–7.5 18–32 15–25 t
Kumquat Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 5.5–6.5 12–30 8–14 t

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