Effect of direction of sowing and spacing on yield and economics of sesame (Sesamum indicum L)

Abstract

The present investigation on experiment named “Effect of Direction of sowing and spacing on yield and economics of sesame (Sesamum indicum L.)” was carried out at during Kharif season of 2024 at the CRF (Crop Research Farm), Department of Agronomy, Naini Agricultural Institute, Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The experiment was laid out in randomized block design consisting of nine treatments replicated thrice. Findings of the investigation briefly summarized as below based on the objectives under taken: The significantly maximum number of capsules/plant (35.13), maximum seeds/capsules (51.53), higher seed yield (555.40 kg/ha), maximum stover yield (1193.50 kg/ha) were recorded in (treatment 6) 40 cm × 15 cm + North-South. Maximum gross return (INR 77,756.00/ha), net return (INR 49,056.00/ha) and B:C ratio (1.64) were also recorded in (treatment 6) 40 cm × 15 cm + North-South.