Effect of different growing methods and integrated nutrient management systems on yield and yield contributing traits of broccoli [Brassica oleracea (L.) var. italica]

Abstract

Field experiment was conducted in two consecutive summer seasons of year 2016 and 2017 to evaluate effect of different growing methods and integrated nutrient management systems on yield and yield contributing traits of broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica). Studies employed two growing methods (flat bed & ridges), three biofertilizers levels (No biofertilizers application, Azospirrillum spp. & Psedomonas fluorescence) and three level of recommended doses of NPK (50%, 75 % & 100 %). Results revealed that ridge method of cultivation, seedling treatment of Azospirrillum spp and 100 % recommended dose of NPK has significant direct positive effect on number of leaves, diameter of head, weight of head and yield per ha Interaction effect revealed that ridge method of cultivation, seedling treatment of Azospirrillum spp. and 100 % recommended dose of NPK was also statistically at par with the highest treatment combinations for head weight and yield per ha during year 2016 and 2017.