Advancements in Mechanized Techniques for Sweet Corn Cultivation: A Review
Narendra Kumar Yadav *
Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, College of Technology and Engineering, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, Rajasthan-313001, India.
Sanwal Singh Meena
Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, College of Technology and Engineering, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, Rajasthan-313001, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
This introduction on sweet corn includes a detailed account of its history, cultivation, and accompanying technologies. Sweet corn, a variety of field corn (Zea mays) with a genetic mutation that results in greater sugar content in its kernels, was initially grown in Pennsylvania in the mid-1700s, with commercial versions developing by 1779. The essay discusses the numerous current kinds of sweet corn, which range in sweetness, color, and genetic alterations for increased resistance to pests and herbicides. The production technique for sweet corn needs careful selection of land, especially in peri-urban locations with well-drained soils, followed by comprehensive site preparation. Sweet corn is planted with precise planting procedures, seed treatment, and spacing requirements to promote maximum development and output. The introduction also discusses the employment of innovative agricultural equipment for land preparation, planting, fertilising, weeding, and plant protection, underlining the necessity for accurate and efficient farming procedures to achieve high-quality sweet corn output.
The essay also elaborates on the need of good field leveling, utilising instruments like the laser land leveler, and contemporary planting methods, such as zero-till planting and the use of pneumatic planters, to boost crop establishment and yield. Additionally, it includes numerous instruments for weeding and plant protection, including cultivators, sprayers, and acoustic devices for bird control, stressing the significance of technology in contemporary sweet corn cultivation.
Keywords: Sweet corn, variety, yield, land preparation, farming