Optimizing mustard crop productivity and profitability: The role of sulphur, magnesium, and pesticides

Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the impact of sulfur, magnesium, and pesticide applications on mustard yield during the Rabi seasons of 2022-23 and 2023-24. Mustard yield components, including seed yield, straw yield, biological yield, and the harvesting index, were assessed to understand the synergistic effects of these treatments. Sulfur plays a critical role in protein synthesis and chlorophyll formation, while magnesium is essential for photosynthesis, and pesticide applications help reduce pest-related losses.