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I need just the following ......
Flat emitter drip tape 16mm*0.20mm*30cm spacing* 3L/H*2000m/roll (No accessories no main pipe..

if its torchscreen, andriod and cost friendly, I am in for it

mr purebreed dwarf , please face ur ministry. OP got the message, it is foolery for any serious starter to buy any yeye seedlings for 800,where each f1 seed from seedco pack cost less than 60Naira. I disdain folks teaching new farmers bitter lessons in the name of profiteering.
NB .any acclaimed grower that plants a pawpaw one feet from a wall , is no better than a rookie.

Thank you op, pls shed more light on parasitic draw/drain, it tends to be a serious killer, because an average auto electrician may not be able to diagnose it effectively.

Bizclass:
My bro, I really do appreciate your concern and advice. Yes, before embarking on this project, we did some field experiment at Ekosodin, near the university of Benin, Edo state in March, 2016. The main goals behind establishing that farm was;
1. To determine whether hybrid/heirloom tomato seeds could survival in the SOUTH ?.
2. If it was possible to grow hybrid/heirloom tomato in the SOUTH in an OPEN FIELD SITUATION?
3. Is it possible for beef/heirloom varieties to bear fruits in the SOUTH?
A plot measuring 100ft by 100ft was used. However, the first/second batch did not germinate(upon the poultry manure that was used). A bit frustrated, we checked back on the website and that's when we realized that we have been making a mistake from the beginning. You see, as you have already noted, a Farmer needs to KNOW his seeds properly. What weather condition is bested suited for seed germination, growth and fruiting? What diseases are the seeds resistant too? These details were clearly spelt out on the website but we, somehow just failed to take note.(we did not even test soil ph.) We also realized that there were several varieties of tomato seeds, each with its own demands.Fortunately, the tomato seeds we purchased at the time was for the spring(rainy) season, so there was no need for irrigation. But you may want to ask, Did they fruit( beef tomato seeds in particular) and how long? I'll answer those questions in pictures with this current set. Insects issues didn't really surface at the time but that doesn't mean we are not prepared if there is an outbreak. And to irrigation, water will be supplied by the normal water tanker to the farm and we will disperse with the aid of a raingun. Between june/july that year, I visited a tomato farm in kano and i was told about some critical requirements, needed to guarantee their survival.
1.QUALITY OF SOIL on which they are grown.
2. Weather. (I'll talk about them subsequently)
I saw the threads you mentioned and I also saw a thread by kizyte on tomato farming. Maybe we just need to plant the seeds, nurture them and see what happens.

Much respect, my brother.

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water tanker to supply a farm?that is a sureway impending loss . have u thought of drip irrigation using a well.
raingun for tomatoes? impending crop failure.
get to know more about tomatoes, even from locals .
5/6ft between beds? that's complete waste of planting population
. irrespective of variety, tomato is 3 or 4 per square meters. an acre takes over 10k plants. u dint mention staking in all ur steps, I hope no errors on that too .

ur pilot scheme on 1 plot failed , but u have decided to expand aggressively without learning
I sincerely hope u curtail ur losses and boldly share ur lessons with folks here.

He must have forgotten that he faked a gun attack on his car months back.

Ejulafarm:
Update...

Challenges

Some of the major challenge with vegetable farming is effective irrigation and labour. This challenge has made me cut down my project size from 10 plots to about 3 plots for the time being.

Effective irrigation: A pumping machine + hose is manageable for 1 plot but not suitable at all for 3 plots and above. I am not saying it is not achievable but it will be unnecessary stressful. So please take note.

So from inquiries, use rain gun or drip. Yes it entails huge cost but with proper management the ROI is worthwhile.

Labour: Trying to maintain 3 plots of Ugu by yourself is very tasking. Considering especially my archaic form of irrigation. If it is a crop like plantain, then it is very possible to effectively manage even an acre but vegetables are so tender that they need daily attention. From watering to applying fertilizer to weeding.


So far... The effort is worthwhile. I have learnt a lot and with further better management, the venture would be rewarding.


Ejula Farm...

kudos. I learnt the hard way also. From irrigating acre of tomatoes using traditional basin flooding(mentally and physically draining, coupled with water rationing challenges) , i am repositioning to smartfarm 3plots using vertical sacks, driplines, and green house, all using high density planting population. Its a learning curve. I hope to major in ugu someday, but fencing is a priority before that. I have learnt a lot from this great thread and hope to start updating with contributions soon. You and other contributors are really inspiring

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Op, fulani herdsmen or 'ijaw' kidnappers, who should warrant such attention?

impossible. highcost and security flaws

Whoever sells any variety of papaya seedling above 300 is an agrorobber. What in the hell is,going on where u are? Its N50 in federal college of forestry in jos(semi dwarf though).

its completely safe. nothing to worry about. soldiers sleep inside explosive laden trucks. its safety lock is most definitely on.

shame. poor photographic propaganda. may thunder strike you all.

greatest solution............ Dont use popular japanese brands, hot sellng honda and toyota models to be precise. Relax and enjoy ur cars

Internet farming 4.0 uploading.

only true federalism can develope the country, through industrailization and less economic mismanagment. Dont mind the monumental looter.

namdo:
For Areas where a plot is 60x120 sq ft (668.9sq m), its 3.5plots
For Areas where a plot is 50x100sq ft (464.5 sq m), its 5.1 plots

Your Area is 2388.944sq. m.

OP, thats ur need solved. Gbam

henrob:
i want the best as is my first car

Then go for d Lexus.

Mistymash:
Land still available for your agriculture. Buy and farm these land or keep to resale/develop later.
@great bargains!
Do not procrastinate!

Call or leave me a message
+2348071981115

do u have lease optons?

pamdaniel:
honestly I would not say I did measure the stuff via metric tonnes but maybe next time I would do that

number of bags havested can ansưer that...

Hmmmmm. Magic melody is making some serious sense and dance(although he missed out on critical issue of terrorist herdsmen, disastrous economic team, clueless ministers, etc etc). Listen to the song on good sound system and you will realise this guy got a club banger.

Lalastica

HeGeMon:
Merry christmas in advance, Sorry, this is comn late, but this is the latest from the farm, as we can see, these boys are growing well, as a result of good manure, fertilizer & water, any comments will be appreciated.

Great thread op. But would have been better if concluded with your total yeild.

Potatoes (irish), i am presently into it in jos, with the long term goal of replecating its yeild southsouth. Its not imposibble.

organicfoods:
Well I don't use Maxiforce so I have no information to compare them. We are working on an outlet soon, somewhere in Abuja. Yes this product can completely substitute inorganic NPK. You need to do proper nutrient budgeting for your plants (Soil amendment with chicken poo and other manures) I hope I have been able answer some of your questions.

Absolutely. Thanks

Riskmore:
I will like to connect to fellow ugu farmers in the north. i have being having problems with my ugu in the cold seasons resulting to lack of growth despite frequent watering and a persistent infection from certain pests that refused to leave despite use of different pesticides. the last time I was desperate and have to use an overdose of DDforce which killed all my ugu. I now planted another set and this season the pest have manifested again. i require earnest contributions please...

Hello, do u still farm it up north?

This is indeed a great product.
What are the difference between this farmers fertilizer and maxiforce(which i am presently used to)?
And do u have outlet or agent in Plateau state?
Finally, can this product completely substitute inorganic NPK in vegetable priduction?

organicfoods:
Farmer's Fertilizer is very much available...Price is unchanged at 5500 Naira

both are lovers of grassroot sports, nothng poltcal.

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