This manual provides practical guidelines on turmeric cultivation and seed production, specifically for the high-yield variety BARI Halud-4. It covers planting, care, harvesting, and storage techniques to help farmers improve productivity and seed quality, supporting sustainable agriculture in Bangladesh.

The manual provides detailed insights into:

Turmeric’s agricultural and medicinal value, emphasizing its key bioactive component, curcumin, known for anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and disease-preventing properties.

Turmeric cultivation in Bangladesh, highlighting its economic significance and increased domestic production.

Characteristics of BARI Halud-4, including its yield potential, disease resistance, and suitability to Bangladesh’s agro-climatic conditions.

Seed production technologies, including rhizome selection, planting techniques, spacing, fertilization, and post-harvest handling.

Improved propagation practices, such as bed and ridge planting methods, and storage techniques for maintaining seed quality.

Specific guidelines for harvesting, processing, and seed preservation, aiming to improve seed purity and germination rates.