Linum usitatissimum: The Ancient Oilseed Crop of Kashmir

Linseed Kashmir

Linseed, scientifically known as Linum usitatissimum, is an important oilseed crop traditionally cultivated in Kashmir. Locally, it is often referred to as Alsi (Urdu/Hindi) and is valued for both its seeds and oil.

Linseed (Alish) is successfully cultivated as a winter crop in the Kashmir region. It thrives in the cool, dry climate and loamy soils of Jammu and Kashmir, especially under rainfed conditions. Farmers generally sow the seeds in October and harvest them in March or April. Climate and Soil Requirements Climate: As a Rabi (winter) crop, linseed requires cool and semi-arid conditions during its vegetative stage and dry weather during maturity. Severe cold and heavy rains during flowering adversely affect the yield. Soil: It grows best in clay loams, deep loams and loamy soils that can retain moisture during winter. Proper drainage is required as linseed is sensitive to waterlogging. Sowing time and varieties: The ideal sowing window in Jammu and Kashmir is from the first fortnight of October to early November. Early sowing allows the crop to avoid fungal diseases such as rust and powdery mildew. Seed rate and depth: A seed rate of about one kilogram per kanal is usually used. The seeds should be sown at a depth of 2 to 3 cm and in rows spaced about 23 cm apart.

Availability : 1,5,10,50 kg Seeds 

WhatsApp : 9858986794

e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com

JK Seed Bank

POB 40 GPO Srinagar, Kashmir-J&K 190001

Linseed cultivation in Kashmir,Linseed oil,Traditional crops of Kashmir,Alish seeds