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3. BENUE MANGOES.

* Skin Colour : Green, with a little yellow; Red with yellow – a few varieties characterised by their size.

* Flesh Colour: Pale yellow – light orange

* Shape & Size: Large – some are as big as melons

* Flavor: Fresh and sour.

* Texture: Firm, not fibrous.

* Ripening Cues: Softens with pressure, skin colour lightens with a touch of yellow.

* Peak Availability: April.

Available in other countries: Similar to the Guinea Mango.
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2. GERMAN MANGO/ Opioro
* Skin Colour: Green
* Flesh Colour: Yellow
* Shape & Size: Long & large
* Flavor: Fresh and sour.
* Texture: firm, not fibrous.
* Ripening Cues: Softens with pressure, no visible colour change.
* Peak Availability: February/ March.
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MANGO(Mangifera Indica) CULTIVATION WITH SEEDLINGS.

DESCRIPTION : Mango is an erect, branched, medium,dwarfs grafted to large-sized tree with alternately arranged evergreen or nearly evergreen leaves, with a wide crown and inflorescences having numerous flowers .The species, which belongs to the family Anacardiaceae is native to Asia, particularly eastern India, Burma and Andaman Islands from where it spread to other parts of the world. But while the Persians introduced it to East Africa in the 10th Century, the Portuguese were responsible for its introduction to West Africa in the 16th Century . Mango came to Nigeria in the 20th Century through itinerant merchant missionaries and colonialists where it has become an integral part of indigenous cropping systems.
The guinea and sudan savanna zones of Nigeria are credited with producing greater percentage of the fruit in Nigeria with Benue state topping the list .Mango tree produces a fruit with great diversity with respect to form, size, colour and quality. The fruit can be put to a number of uses. For instance, ripe fruits can be made into juice and preserved, while unripe fruits can be processed into pickles and chutney. However, in Nigeria, most of the fruit produced is consumed as fresh fruit.
Although Nigeria occupies the 9th position among the ten leading mango producing countries of the world, ironically does not feature among the ten leading mango fruit exporters .The fruit pulp which makes up 60-75% of fresh fruit weight contains 15% sugars, high amounts of vitamin A and some quantities of vitamins B and C .Benue state is a major supplier of fresh mango fruits to consumers in other states of the Federation .

It is evident from the above that mango is of great nutritional and economic importance . However, there have been little or no information regarding important aspects such as cultivars or different specie been cultivated and production practices known to most people. These are some of the things to be discussed here.

MANGO CULTIVARS OR SPECIES COMMON AROUND.

1.COTONOU MANGO.

FEATURES :

* Skin Colour: Green, with a little red blush

* Flesh Colour: Pale lemon Yellow

* Shape & Size: Large,  ellipse-shaped

* Flavor: Fresh and sour. Tastes like pineapple when ripe.

* Texture: firm, not fibrous

* Ripening Cues: Softens with pressure, no visible colour change.

* Peak Availability: March – April.

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EGGPLANT CULTIVATION PROCEDURES.

EGG PLANT (Solanum Melongena)
Eggplant also commonly known as garden egg in Nigeria is well adapted to both dry and wet season . "Eggplant" derives its name from the shape of the fruit of some varieties, which are white and shaped similarly to chicken eggs.We have both european and African egg plant with different colors .It is advisable to plant the crop in the wet season especially where water may be a problem. In the dry season liberal or even application of water and heavy mulching of soil surface with grass or manure must be carried out and waterlogged areas must be avoided. Eggplant can tolerate drought and excessive rainfall. There are different varieties of egg plant as obtainable with TECHNISM seed company France.Some of such varieties include; Bello,F1 Djamba,Meketan and F1 Aliona.Most of which variety takes 60 to 65 days to maturity with average weight ranging from between 50gram to 125g depending on variety.

STEPS FOR CULTIVATING EGG PLANT .

1.LAND PREPARATION : Every good farm practice begins with land preparation prior to planting.Land selected for egg plant must be well ploughed to a depth of about 20cm and harrowed to provide a good tilth.Well - rooted organic manure must be added to the soil before planting. The crop could be planted straight in the field or farm or seedlings could be raised in seed beds through broadcast or trays and afterwards transplanted.

2. PLANTING OR SOWING : The minimum temperature for growing egg plant is 22 to 30°c.Well-drained, sandy loamy soils are ideal for eggplant production. Poorly drained soils usually result in reduced functional root area, poor plant growth and low yields.
Eggplant grows best with a soil pH of 5,5 to 6,5. Clay soil should be avoided. Like okra ,eggplant can be down in nurseries and latter transplanted or planted directly in the field.The soil should be well tilled before planting directly. The soil also should be ridged.When using nursery trays u can put two seeds per hole.When using seed bed you broadcast.Directly sown plants are thinned.

3. TRANSPLANTING : Transplanting of seedling is done when the plant shows two true leaves.Plants should be spaced at 90 x 90cm on flat.When ridges are made the spacing should be 50cm between plants and 90cm between ridges.Eggplant is intolerant of poorly drained soil, so it is usually helpful (especially on heavier soils or in low areas).

4. FERTILIZER APPLICATION : The nitrogen (N) requirement for eggplant is approximately 168 to 224 kg/ ha. Preplant fertilisers are usually broadcasted. A proper blend will require 90 to 134 kg/ha each of phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) and 22 to 45 kg/ha of N. During the growing season, 2,3 to 4,5 kg of N is applied each week for the period of vegetation growth. At early flowering, 7 to11 kg of N is applied each week. During fruit enlargement, 5 to 7 kg of N is applied each week.

5.WATER NEEDS : Eggplant can be grown with furrow or drip irrigation especially in the dry season. A crop of furrow irrigated eggplant uses approximately 1 850 m3 of water. Some farmers use black plastic mulch and drip tape to control weeds, moisture and soil temperature in plantings. Critical watering periods are at flowering, fruit set and enlargement. The volume of water applied, depends on the time of the year and stage of plant growth. Most of the water and nutrient absorbing roots are in the top 45 cm of the soil. Irrigation should be managed to maintain good soil moisture.

6.POLLINATION : Eggplant are usually self pollinated as its flower contains both male and female parts. The flowers are usually formed on opposite leaves. Flowering is considered day neutral. Eggplant is not well suited for greenhouse production because it will not set fruit in extremely high or low temperatures. Fruit seperation can result if day temperatures exceed 35 °C. If night temperatures drop below 16 °C, pollen deformity increases and less fruit is produced. Flowering and fruit setting begin 6 to 8 weeks after transplanting. Market size fruit is ready approximately 2 to 3 months after planting after flowering depending on the variety planted.

7.WEED CONTROL : Eggplant is slow to become established and cannot compete with aggressive weeds. Weeds also harbour damaging insects and diseases. Weeds are controlled either by physical methods or chemical control Herbicides but not safe . Physical methods, such as hand weeding, getting the manual weeder machine we sell,cultivation and mulching, can be use to control weed. Mulching with black plastic mulch also control weeds and reduces labour needs. Natural organic mulches, such as rice straw or dried grasses , will conserve moisture and add organic matter to the soil.

8. HARVESTING : Harvest of eggplant starts from 65 to 70 days after transplanting depending on variety planted . Fruit is harvested when it reaches market size, and the skin is smooth. Varieties with elongated fruit take more time to ripen. Over mature eggplants loose their gloss or smoothness . Fruit should be removed often to encourage continued fruit set. Regular harvesting of ripe fruit will stimulate further growth and healthy plants can continue to produce fruits for several months. At market maturity, the fruit stem hardens and a sharp knife is needed to cut fruit from plants. Harvesting is done by cutting the stem rather than by pulling the fruit. The fruit is dumped in a water bath for washing and cooling prior to packing. Fruit should be handled and packed carefully to avoid skin abrasions and puncturing. Some types of eggplant have skin that can be damaged easily. Careful harvesting and handling practices should be followed to avoid bruising and compression injuries on the egg plant.


DISEASES ASSOCIATED WITH EGG PLANT.

1. Bacterial wilt : This is a fungal disease caused by the wind and through water. The disease can be controlled by using resistant cultivars or varieties of egg plant for cultivation especially F1 varieties. Alternatively crop rotation, elimination of crop residues are a few measures that can be taken to control this disease. Like is said that prevention is better than cure.

2. Fruit Rot : This disease is caused by the fungus called phytophithora parasite.The organism is mostly spread by the wind.Effective control of the disease can be done by removing affected fruits and spraying with fungicides or organic solutions like Neem extract.

3.Pest : There are different pest that may attack your egg plant such as ; Caterpillars, bugs and flea beetle. This can be controlled by using insecticide such as sevin,Fighter,agritgion or tetrakill Technism product and alternative organic solutions.


DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HYBRID SEEDS AND STANDARD VARIETY SEEDS FOR PLANTING.

STANDARD VARIETY.

ADVANTAGE
1.Less expensive.

DISADVANTAGES.
1.70% germination cannot be guaranteed.
2.Non resistance to pest and diseases.
3.Poor harvest and low Yeild.
4.Waste of time ,energy and resources.
5.Late maturity.


HYBRID SEEDS.

DISADVANTAGE.
1.They are Expensive.

ADVANTAGE.
1.99% germination possible.
2.Resistance to pest and diseases.
3.Early maturity.
4.It is both seasonal variety, rainy and dry season.
5.Good or bountiful harvest.
6.Good market appreciation.

Dwarf Mango seedlings delivered to Lagos.

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AFRICAN STAR APPLE (Udara)DWARF SEEDLING VARIETY AVAILABLE.

DESCRIPTION
African star apple (Udara) is a very popular fruit here in Nigeria. Its fleshy pulp is often eaten as a snack and it is equally common in both the urban and rural areas, particularly
around Southern Nigeria. Being a seasonal fruit (produces during the dry season between December and April), The dwarf variety takes 3years to fruiting.See pics below.

Gdm all.Different snails housing options below.

Gdm all.Indonesian dwarf paw paw seeds still available for sale.

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Gdm great all .I welcome you all to this brand new month.It is a privilege to alive to see this day.I pray that this month will deliver to us all unimaginable peace,unspeakable progress, Favours on every side, celebrations without end and sound health IJN.I wish u all a HAPPY NEW MONTH OF MAY.SEEDWORLD.

Gdm great all .I welcome you all to this brand new month.It is a privilege to alive to see this day.I pray that this month will deliver to us all unimaginable peace,unspeakable progress, Favours on every side, celebrations without end and sound health IJN.I wish u all a HAPPY NEW MONTH OF MAY.SEEDWORLD.

Gdm great all .I welcome you all to this brand new month.It is a privilege to alive to see this day.I pray that this month will deliver to us all unimaginable peace,unspeakable progress, Favours on every side, celebrations without end and sound health IJN.I wish u all a HAPPY NEW MONTH OF MAY.SEEDWORLD.

Gdm great all .I welcome you all to this brand new month.It is a privilege to alive to see this day.I pray that this month will deliver to us all unimaginable peace,unspeakable progress, Favours on every side, celebrations without end and sound health IJN.I wish u all a HAPPY NEW MONTH OF MAY.SEEDWORLD.

Gdm great all .I welcome you all to this brand new month.It is a privilege to alive to see this day.I pray that this month will deliver to us all unimaginable peace,unspeakable progress, Favours on every side, celebrations without end and sound health IJN.I wish u all a HAPPY NEW MONTH OF MAY.SEEDWORLD.

Gdm great all .I welcome you all to this brand new month.It is a privilege to alive to see this day.I pray that this month will deliver to us all unimaginable peace,unspeakable progress, Favours on every side, celebrations without end and sound health IJN.I wish u all a HAPPY NEW MONTH OF MAY.SEEDWORLD.

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VITAL QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF BEFORE VENTURING INTO SNAILS FARMING .

*WHAT IS SNAILS FARMING ABOUT?

* WHAT ARE THE COMMON SNAILS SPECIE AVAILABLE AND WHICH IS THE BEST TO BREED IN NIGERIA?

* WHAT KIND OF HOUSING DO I NEED FOR MY SNAILS?

*DO I JUST NEED ANY KIND OF SOIL FOR MY SNAILS ?

* HOW DO I TREAT THE SOIL WHERE MY SNAILS WILL LIVE IN ?

*HOW OFTEN DO I CHANGE OR TREAT THE SOIL? DOES THE SOIL EXPIRE?

*HOW DO I FEED MY SNAILS AND WITH WHAT KIND OF FEED.?

*HOW MANY TIMES DO I FEED THEM IN A DAY ?

* WHAT TIME DO I FEED THEM ?

*How DO I TREAT OR HANDLE SNAILS PREDATORS LIKE SOLDIER ANTS?

*DO I REALLY NEED TO WATER THEM ? IF NO, WHY? IF YES , HOW MANY TIMES AND HOW?

*HOW MUCH DO I NEED TO START WITH?

*WHAT QUANTITY (PARENT STOCK) CAN I START WITH?

*WHAT SPECIE AM I STOCKING AND WHY?

* WHERE DO I GET MY INITIAL BREEDER STOCKS , FROM THE WILD /FOREST, ROAD SIDE OR FROM SNAILS FARMERS ?

* I AM A BUSY PERSON, DO I NEED TO SPEND LOT OF TIME WITH THEM? DO THEY NEED SPECIAL GROOMING?

*CAN I DO ANY OTHER WORK OR BUSINESS WITH SNAIL FARMING?

*HAS ANYONE EVER ATTEMPTED IT BEFORE? DO THEY SMELL? DO THEY MAKE NOISE?

*WHO ARE THE BUYERS? ANY MARKET FOR MY SNAILS?

*WHAT DO I FEED THEM WITH? DO I NEED TO GET THEM WATERMELON AND OTHER FRUITS ONLY?

*DO SNAIL CANNIBALIZE? IF YES, HOW CAN I DETECT THE ONE THAT CANNIBALIZE AMONG OTHER SNAILS ?


*DO SNAILS DIE?

*WHAT CAUSES THEIR DEATH? CAN CARELESSNESS KILL THEM?

*IS IT TRUE THAT A SINGLE ANT CAN KILL MY 100 SNAILS?

*HOW MUCH DO I NEED TO START WITH

* DO I NEED A MENTOR/ AN EXPERIENCED SNAILS FARMER TO GUIDE ME IN THIS VENTURE ?

These and a few other questions needed to be answered before venturing into Snails Farming.We have started treating them in our WhatsApp forum almost half way.You can reach me on 07082638957 if interested.Gdm all.SEEDWORLD.

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Description of the dwarf hybrid paw paw seeds HISTORY/ORIGIN Hybrid dwarf pawpaw, originally from califonia is produced by PRIMA AGRO company in Indonesia. It is a long oval shaped and red fruits type with higher sweetner. It consists of male/female seed with 90% chances of germination. It's a specie of dwarf carica papaya. A seed produces about 40 to 60 fruits per harvest with a maturity period of 6 to 8 months and last for 5 years as a tree unlike the majority that last for only one to two years. HOW TO RAISE THE SEEDS IN NURSERY . 1.The seeds are raised through nursery process by sowing the seed in a big bowl or polythene rubber filled with soil compost (animal feaces and sand(1:2) on a PH balance of 5.0-6.0. 2. Appropriate hole for sowing is 5.0cm depth . 3. It takes 8-14 days for seeds germination on a regular watering of the nursery bed SOIL/ WATER NEED Drained and moist soil is needed when planting in Africa climate. TEMPERATURE; Temperate weather as obtained in Africa is good. TRANSPLANTING This can be done when the nursery papaya has about 6 leaves. The distance among trees is about 2meter row and column in an open space of land . Ensure the land is prepared before transplanting FERTILISER Fertiliser is applied once in a month after 10days of transplanting. 1;1spoon per hole at first month 2, 2spoons per hole at second month 3, 3spoons per hole at 3rd month 4, 4spoons per hole at 4th 5 , 1 spoon per hole AT 5TH and 6th MONTH and so on. Note; fertiliser should b applied at a distance of 1ft from a hole of a tree. Npk, Urea or organic fertiliser can be applied. SUNLIGHT Sunlight is needed for papaya propagation but on a moist soil.But note don't expose the new seeds in nursery to direct sun light ,they must be under shading , you can cover with palm front. PLANT HEIGHT Average height of tree is about 6ft tall.
The Satchet contains 250 seeds.

Gdm all.Tokyo f1 exhausted .You can only get Nagano 5g for cucumber and all other vegetable seeds.

SEEDWORLD a home of seeds and economic trees Seedlings.We sell different hybrid seeds from TECHNISM seed Company France and East west premium seed from Thailand. Hybrid (F1) Seeds such as the following are available : Garden eggs,Cauliflower, cabbage, carrot, onions,watermelon, squash,Green beans,Cucumber,Okro,Chinese cabbage, Lectuse,African leaves,Tomatoes, hot and sweet pepper,beetroot,Dwarf Indonesia paw paw seeds, European Egg plant,Ugu seeds E.t.c. We also have the following hybrid/dwarf economic trees seedlings listed below.
DWARF SEEDLINGS AVAILABLE.

1. CASHEW(BRAZIL) (JUMBO).
2. TENERA PALM OIL.
3. OLIVE TREE.
4. BANANA SUCKER (SARO)
5. PLANTAIN SUCKER.
6. PINEAPPLE CROWN/SUCKERS.
7. PAWPAW (DWARF VARIETY)
8. PASSION FRUIT.
9. BREAD FRUIT.
10. APPLE SUGAR.
11. SOURSOP.
12. GUAVA JUMBO.
13. FIG TREE.
14. CUSTARD APPLE.
15. APPLE STAR.
16. DATE PALM.
17. LAKE TANJALO.
18. JACK FRUIT.
19. POMEGRANATE.
20. COCONUT (EX-BEALJI/IMPROVED).
21. MANGO.
22. UGU SEEDS (POD).
23. GRAPE VINE.
24. ORANGE.
25.LEMON.
26.COCOA
27.Cassava stems Improved varieties.
28.Oil palm seedlings.

For enquiries and purchase do reach SEEDWORLD INTEGRATED CONCEPT LIMITED on 07082638957 or Email order request to seedworldintegratedconceptltd@gmail.com

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Hybrid gloria F1 Satchet cabbage seeds below.

Cobra tomatoes seed below .

BETROOT SEEDS BELOW.

HYBRID F1 WATERMELON.