Rajkot, May 28 -- Farmers in Gujarat's Rajkot region are increasingly adopting scientific nursery farming methods for chilli cultivation, replacing traditional sowing practices with modern techniques aimed at improving productivity and reducing crop losses.

The shift towards nursery-raised seedlings is helping farmers achieve healthier crop growth, better survival rates, and improved yields. Agricultural experts say the technology-driven approach is also promoting sustainable farming practices while strengthening rural incomes.

Under various government-supported schemes, farmers are receiving assistance for nursery development, drip irrigation, and mulching techniques, which are playing a significant role in modernising chilli cultivati...