It takes about 15-16 years for the litchi tree to mature completely. Therefore, in the initial stage the land between litchi plants can be utilized properly by planting other fruit plants and pulse crops/vegetables. Due to this, along with additional benefits to the farmers, the soil will improve. Fertility also develops. In the form of intercrops, pulses, oilseeds and other crops like Bodi, French Bean, Okra, Moong, Kulthi, Surguja, Mahua, Paddy etc. can be cultivated successfully.
What can be grown as intercrop in Litchi farming?
