Q. Is organic farming of Stevia possible?

Q. Is organic farming of Stevia possible?


Yes, organic farming of this exotic crop is possible and in fact many farmers are cultivating it organically. Although it is crop from Paraguaybut Indian farmers have tried cow dung and urine based formulations by adding different herbs and getting good results in terms of plant protection and good yield. Here is links to some of these results. 

Sixteen Cow dung, urine and medicinal herbs based promising formulations as solution to many common problems in organic farming.

Response of Stevia rebaudiana towards selected Cow dung, urine and medicinal herbs based promising formulations as solution to many common problems in organic farming.

Present status, test levels and locations of Sixteen Cow dung, urine and medicinal herbs based promising formulations as solution to many common problems in organic farming.


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