Effect of vermiwash and panchgavya on growth and yield of sesame (Sesamum indicum L.)

Abstract

A field experiment entitled “Effect of Vermiwash and Panchgavya on Growth, and Yield of Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.)” was conducted during Kharif 2024 at the Agronomy Farm of Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur. The experiment was laid out in a Randomized Block Design (RBD) with 16 treatments and three replications to evaluate the effect of different concentrations of vermiwash (5%, 10%, 15%) and panchgavya (1%, 3%, 5%) on the growth, yield, and quality of sesame. Results revealed that the application of vermiwash and panchgavya significantly enhanced growth and yield parameters compared to the control. Vermiwash @ 15% recorded the maximum plant height (117.23 cm), dry matter accumulation (114.82 g/plant), and seed yield (881 kg/ha), while Panchgavya @ 5% showed similar results with a seed yield of 897 kg/ha. Both organic treatments also improved yield attributes such as the number of capsules per plant, seeds per capsule, and test weight. However, the harvest index was not significantly affected. The findings suggest that higher concentrations of vermiwash and panchgavya can be effectively used as sustainable organic inputs for improving the productivity and quality of sesame without harming soil health and the environment.