Maca planting conditions and climate requirements for the growing environment

Introduction to Maca

Maca belongs to the cruciferous plant. Its origin is in the Andes Mountains in South America and Lijiang, Yunnan, my country. Its leaves are oval and its rhizome is similar to radish. It is edible and has high nutritional value. It is a natural food.

Maca cultivation conditions

When planting maca, the sowing method is usually adopted. Loose and fertile soil is needed, and it needs to be watered in time after planting. During the growing period, top dressing should be carried out to ensure sufficient nutrients. At normal times, a suitable temperature environment is also required.

Maca Growing Climate

Maca prefers a high-altitude cold environment. When it grows, the temperature difference between day and night needs to be kept above 30 degrees, and there must be sufficient water environment so that it can grow normally.

Maca growing areas

Maca prefers a cool and humid growing environment and is relatively cold-resistant. Its origin is in the Andes Mountains of Peru in South America. In my country, it is mainly grown in Lijiang, Shangri-La and Jiuzhaigou.

Maca planting time

Maca is usually planted in May and June every year. When 7-10 true leaves grow, the seedlings can be taken in stages and batches, and then transplanted with soil. There must be sufficient moisture environment during the maintenance period, and watering is needed in time to keep the soil moist.

Benefits of Maca Planting

Maca yields 400 jin per mu, calculated at an average price of 80 yuan, with an annual sales volume of 6.4 million yuan. Excluding the production cost of 7,500 yuan per mu, the total profit is 4.9 million yuan. This will not only significantly increase fiscal revenue, but also help our people get rid of poverty and become rich, and increase farmers' income, with very significant economic benefits.

Key points for maca cultivation

When planting maca, you need to use loose, fertile, well-drained soil. You need to prepare the land before planting, and there must be sufficient water environment during maintenance. You must also apply top dressing in time to ensure that there is a sufficient nutrient environment, and you must also prevent and control diseases and pests at ordinary times.