Agriculture :
 
Drum Seeder Machine :
 

It is an agricultural implement used for sowing pre-germinated paddy seeds directly in wet-land field. It is a manually pulled implement which helps the farmer to sow 8 rows at one draw. It does not require any mechanical power for its operation.

The Drum Seeder Machine is certified by North Eastern Region Farm Machinery Testing & Training Institute, Biswanath Chariali, Sonitpur, Assam, Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India.



Specifications:

  • Power Source – Manual (one labour)
  • Drum -
    • Shape – Cylindrical drums made of plastic materials.
    • Volume – 250 mm x 180 mm
    • Length – 40 cm
    • Number of drums in a machine – 4
    • Weight of each drum – 400 gm (approx.)
    • Seed containing capacity – 1½  kg
    • Level of filling the drum –  2/3 volume
    • Plant to plant spacing - 4 cm (It can be increased by blocking the funnel shaped holes with caps as per requirement)
    • Row to row spacing – 20 cm
  • Plastic Wheels –
    • Number of wheels – 2
    • Diameter – 57 cm
    • Weight – 1250 gm (approx)
  • Total length of the machine – 182 cm
  • Weight of the machine – 7 kg (approx)
  • Area sown by one labour per day – 0.5 to 0.75 ha

Why Drum Seeder Machine ?

  • No need for preparation of seed – bed.
  • Pre-germinated seeds sown in straight rows.
  • Maintains uniformity of seed rate, hence, reduces seed requirement rate by about 50%.
  • Reduces wastage of seeds.
  • Needs less labour.
  • Increases yield by 15% - 20% (up to 1 ton per hectare)
  • Reduces production cost and increases net returns up to about Rs. 4000/- to Rs. 5000/- per hectare.
 
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Cono Weeder Machine :  
 

It is a machine used for the management and removal of weeds from rice-field under puddled condition, thus increasing the profitability of crop-growth. It is a manually operated implement which does not require any mechanical power.

The Cono Weeder Machine is Certified by The College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Orissa University of Agricultural & Technology, Bhubaneswar, Orissa.

Specification:

  • Power Source – Manual (one labour)
  • Rotors –
    • Number of rotors – 2
    • Width of rotors– 5 inches
    • Diameter of rotors – a) Broader SIde- 7 inches
                                       b) NarrowerSide - 4.5 inches
    • Centre distance between two rotors – 8.5 inches
  • Handle –
    • Length – 52 inches
    • Height of the handle can be adjusted from – 44 inches
      to 52 inches
  • Weight of the machine – 6.5 kgs (approx)
  • Row can be adjusted from 5 inches to 9 inches
  • Suitable row spacing – 20 cm
  • Over all dimension – Length 175 cm, Width – 16 cm
  • Output – 0.2 ha/day/labour (approx)

How and when to use Conoweeder?

  • At least 3 times weeding is required during a season
  • Early first weeding is an absolute necessity. Late weeding may provide time for the weeds to get nourished, thus resulting in the damage of crops
  • Weeding should be carried out within 15 to 18 days after the sowing ofthe plants
  • During this phase damaged or missingplants should be replaced
  • The Conoweeder Machine can be pushed in back and forth movement between rows or can either be pushed forward or pulled backward too
  • Next weeding should be taken up afteranother 15 days. Third weeding, though not absolutely essential, it should be remembered that eachweeding aerates the soil and is always beneficial.


Utilization:

Weeds take away the nutrients of the plants and nourish various destructive insects,thus causing reduction in yield. Here lies the importance and utility of a Conoweeder Machine –

  • Easy to operate
  • Increases weeding efficiency
  • Mixes uprooted weeds with soil properly and pulverizes the soil
  • Reduces cost of weeding
  • No chemical residue
  • Retains soil moisture
  • Helps timely weeding hence increases yield
  • Helps in better development of root system
 
 
Paddy Weeder Machine :
 

It is an advanced technology weeding machine which removes weeds from the field, buries them deep and aerates the soil, enhances root – growth, thus increases crop growth. The machine is operated manually and no mechanical power is required.

Specifications:

  • It is a simply operated, strongly built implement.
  • Rotors–
    • No. of rotors – 2
    • Arrangement – Rotors are arranged radially on the axle.
    • Width – 10 cm+
  • Area covered by one labour per day – 0.2 hectare.

 Points to remember:

  • This machine doesn’t work satisfactorily during the initial stage of weed-growth. It is generally used for the removal of grown – up weeds.
  • It can be used in an area where paddy is planted in rows.
  • Field should be thoroughly puddled for the machine to work easily.

Utilization:

  • Increases weeding efficiency.
  • Mixes uprooted weeds with soil properly.
  • Aerates and pulverizes the soil.
  • Develops root system.
  • Reduces cost of weeding.
  • Helps timely weeding, hence increases yield.
 
 
Single Rotor Weeder :
 

It is a machine also used for Weed-management in rice-field under pluddled condition, thus resulting in increase of crop-growth.

Specification:

  • Power Source – Manual (one labour)
  • Rotors –
    • Number of rotors – 1 (PVC Moulded)
    • Width of rotors– 5 inches
    • Diameter of rotors – 7 inches
  • Handle –
    • Length of handle – 48 inches
    • Height of the handle can be adjusted from – 44 inches to 52 inches
  • Weight of the machine – 5.5 kgs (approx)
  • Suitable row spacing – 20 cm - 25 cm
  • Output – 0.125 ha/day/labour (approx)

How and when to use Single Rotor Weeder ?

  • Three weeding is required during a season.
  • Early first Weeding is a must.
  • After sowing of the plants, the first weeding should be done within 15 to 18 days.
  • The machine can be pushed forward or pulled backward or it can be moved back and forth, between the rows.
  • Weeding should be done at 15 days interval.

Utilization:

  • Easy to use.
  • Mixes uprooted weeds with soil and aerates the soil.
  • Reduces weeding cost.
  • Retains soil moisture.
  • No Chemical residue.
  • Increases yeild.
  • Helps in better development of root system.
 
 
S.R.I. Marker :
 

In S.R.I. method, wide spacing of crops is very important. S.R.I. Markers help farmers in transplanting paddy crops at 10X10 inches spacing. “Banabethi” manufactures Roller Markers of 2 sizes.

Specifications:

4 Rows Marker:

  • Weight – 10.2 kg (approx)
  • Length – 3’3” (approx)
  • Diameter of wheel – 20” (approx)
  • Row to row distance – 10”
  • Plant to plant distance – 10”
  • Fully Galvanized

8 Rows Marker:

  • Weight – 19.8 kg (approx)
  • Length – 6’4” (approx)
  • Diameter of wheel – 20” (approx)
  • Row to row distance – 10”
  • Plant to plant distance – 10”
  • Fully Galvanized

Important Points:

  • Land should be leveled and wetted but it should not be water – logged.
  • The roller marker should be pulled at a certain speed otherwise the rollers would get dragged instead of being turned.
  • The paddy seedling has to be planted where the vertical and horizontal lines meet.
 
 
Paddle Thresher :
 

Banabethi manufactures a thresher machine called Paddle Thresher. The machine is made up of superior quality MS Sheets and cast – iron plates. A very simple, manually operated machine which helps in separating threshed paddy from the straw. It eases the work load of the labourers to a great extent.

Specifications:

  • Power Source – Manual (one labour)
  • Height of the machine – 27” (approx)
  • Length of machine – 31” (approx)
  • Number of threshing bars – 6.
  • Diameter of the threshing wheel – 13 ½”
  • Number of gears – 2 (Double gear)
  • Both side gear cover
  • Number of crunches - 2(Double crunch)
 
 
Leaf Colour Chart (L. C. C.) :
 

These charts are Nitrogen parameters which provide guidance to the farmers regarding improved Nitrogen (N) management. Nitrogen is applied by the farmers in rice plants at different growth stages, but the amount of N to be applied and the time of applications vary substantially. LCC helps to synchronize N application with the real time and quantity demand of the rice crop.

Specifications:

  • 4 panel LCC that can be used for all high yielding rice varieties.
  • LCC from left to right – the given colours are numbered as 2,3,4,5. ‘2’ denotes less N in plant. ‘3’ denotes presence of correct amount of N in plant where as ‘4’ and ‘5’ denote excessive and over-excessive presence of N respectively.
  • Colours of the chart to be matched with the first unfolded leaf of a plant every 18 to 20 days in case of long duration crops and every 15 to 18 days in case of short duration crops. The person should stand with his back towards the sun while matching the colours.

How does LCC help the farmers?

  • LCC helps to decide whether the application of N needs to be adjusted up or down based on the leaf colour throughout a plant’s lifetime
  • Helps to prevent under or over usage of N in rice plants
  • Helps to reduce pest attacks since presence of excessive nitrogen attracts pests in plants.
  • Helps to increase yield.
 
 
Horticulture :
 

Horticulture is the science of plant cultivation which includes the process of soil preparation for seeds, tubers or cuttings. Horticulture involves study of plant propagation and cultivation, plant breeding, genetic engineering, plant biochemistry and physiology. Horticulturists basically work with fruits, berries, vegetables, flowers, shrubs etc. They work to improve the quality and quantity of yield and create resistance to insects, pests, plant-diseases and environmental hazards.

“BANABETHI” intervenes here and provides with a series of horticultural inputs:-
 

In Open-Field Technology :

  • Landscaping, designing and complete beautification including fountains, lightings etc.
  • Roof gardening.
  • Irrigation System (drips, sprinklers, pop-ups and rain-guns).
  • 100% water soluble fertilizers.
  • Agro-shade Net (Aluminets and other shading arrangements).
  • Plastic Mulching sheet arrangements.
  • Net pots and pot tray.
  • Nursery pots of different sizes.
  • Soil less media such as cocopeat, perlite, vermiculate, etc.

Horticultural crops in controlled environment :

  • Complete cut-flower project on turn key basis.
  • Construction of complete Green House and Poly House.
  • 200 micron UV stabilized poly film.
  • Aluminum profile and spring steel clips.
  • Agro-shade Net (Aluminets and other shading arrangements).
  • Insect net.
  • Plastic mulching sheet.
  • Net pots and pot tray.
  • Nursery pots of different sizes.
  • Soil less media like cocopeat, perlite, vermiculate, etc.
  • 100% water soluble fertilizers.
 

100% water soluble fertilizers:

Since the very first day of its journey, “BANABETHI” has been supplying with 100% water soluble fertilizers for the best yield.

Products marketed by “BANABETHI”:

N.P.K. AGRI PLUS: [Imported from HAIFA Chemicals, HAIFA, ISRAIL]

  1. M.A.P. (Mono Ammonium Phosphate) – 12:61:00
  2. N.P.K. – 20:20:20+
  3. N.P.K. – 19:19:19+
  4. N.P.K. – 13:40:13
  5. N.P.K. – (Potassium Nitrate) KNo3 - 13:00:45
  6. M.K.P. – (Mono Potassium Phosphate) – 00:52:34
  7. MgNo3 (Magnesium Nitrate)
  8. Garden Grow (An optimum mixture of NPK and other micro-nutrients)

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PRAN:

  1. SOL-K (Sulphate of Potash) K2So4 – 00:00:50 [Imported from TESSENDERLO CHEMI NV/SA, Brussels, Belgium].
  2. CANSOL (Calcium Nitrate) CaNo3 – 15.5%:00:00:18.8% [Imported from YARA INTERNATIONAL, NORWAY].

Micro Nutrient AKZONOBEL: [Imported from “AKZONOBEL”, NETHERLANDS]

  1. REXOLIN – CXK (Compound Micronutrient Mixture)
  2. REXOLIN – Ca+ (Chilated EDTA Calcium)
  3. REXOLIN – Zn+ (Chilated EDTA Zinc)
  4. REXOLIN – Fe+ (Chilated EDTA Iron)
  5. REXOLIN – Cu+ (Chilated EDTA Copper)
  6. REXOLIN – Mn+ (Chilated EDTA Manganese)


Agro-Shade Net and Aluminet:
Agro-shade net and Aluminet marketed by “BANABETHI” for horticulture, help in controlling the growing condition of plants, protecting plants from the damages caused by excessive sun-rays, hail, birds, insects etc. Shade-nets and Aluminets are available in different shade factors of 33%, 50%, 75%, 90% and others. They are also available in different colors like white, black and green. These nets are used in nurseries, roof gardens, green-houses, poly-houses etc.



Seedling pots or nursery pots:
“BANABETHI” supplies heavy duty plastic injection molded nursery growing pots. These are strong and durable enough to stand up most challenging environment. These pots are designed for maximum plant growth and are available in different sizes of 125 ml, 250 ml and 350 ml.

Pot Tray:
The pot tray marketed by “BANABETHI” is a propagation tray for seeds, holding net pots. It’s used for the growth of seedlings and hardening of tissue culture plants.

 

 

 

Net pots:
The net pots marketed by “BANABETHI” are designed for the growth of seedlings and hardening of tissue culture plants, which are later transplanted in soil along with these pots.

 

 

 




Soil less Media:
Many container plants whether in nursery, green-house, and poly house or at homes are grown in soil less media, i.e. instead of soil other materials are used to grow plants.
Soil less culture is also called hydroponics.
“BANABETHI” supplies different types of soil less media such as vermiculate, perlite, cocopeat, etc.

 

 


Why do people prefer soil-less media?

  • Free of contamination from diseases and pests.
  • Relatively inexpensive.
  • Environment friendly.
  • Some materials are even believed to suppress disease.

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Landscaping:

Landscaping refers to any activity that helps in modifying various visible features of an area, including the following –

  • Living elements – flora and fauna.
  • Natural elements – landforms or water bodies.
  • Human elements – any structure installed by human beings.
  • Abstract elements – weather etc.

 “BANABETHI” has a team of skilled landscapers which masters in blending the natural elements with the human elements, keeping in mind both the science and art involved in landscaping. “BANABETHI” manages any landscaping project from vision to creation, from beginning to end, keeping in mind the ideas, thoughts and suggestions of its clients.

Landscape Designing:

Various factors of landscape designing like climate, topography, drainage, irrigation, soil condition, plants and other elements present in the site, lighting, recreational amenities, client preferences etc. are given importance to a great extent by the skilled designers of “BANABETHI” to create an eye-catching, well-functioning and long-lasting site.

 

Roof Gardening:

Complete beautification of roof gardens including designing, planting and growing of various plants, lighting etc. are done by “BANABETHI” with its teams of efficient landscape designers and professional gardeners.


Green House and Poly House:
“BANABETHI” masters in the construction of complete Green House and Poly House. Green House are frames covered with 200 micron UV stabilized poly film in which crops can be grown under controlled or partially controlled environment.

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Utility:

  • Better space utilization.
  • Help growing plants in extreme climatic condition and in high rainfall areas.
  • Help in intensive cultivation of high-value crops like off-season vegetables, flowers etc.
  • Raising of high value seeds.
  • Help in plant-propagation.


Complete Cut-Flower Project on turn-key basis:
“BANABETHI” undertakes cut flower projects on turnkey basis, starting from site – selection, selection of cut flower varieties, studying project feasibility, designing, installation of green-house etc.
“BANABETHI” produces a wide range of cut-flower of Rose, Gerbera, Bird of Paradise, Carnation, Statis etc. keeping the following characteristics in mind:

  • Productivity
  • Usability.
  • Long vase-life.
  • Beauty.
  • Resistance to diseases.

 

200 Micron UV stabilized poly film:
“BANABETHI” supplies 200 Micron UV stabilized poly film for Green-house and poly house. These films come with UV, IR and thermal stability and very high mechanical strengths. They also have anti-condensation, anti-drip, anti-fogging and anti-oxidant properties. They control moisture and vapour inside the green-house.
These films are of two types –

  • Mono-Layer: All the UV stabilizers and additives are combined into a single-layer along with the base-polymer.
  • Multi-Layer: In Multi-Layer films different types of functional additives are incorporated  for different layers –
    • Outer Layer – Antistatic agent.
    • Middle Layer – Light diffusing additives.
    • Inner Layer – Anti-fogging additives.

Multi Layer films may be 3 layered or 5 layered.

In case of any unwanted defect in any one layer it can be easily masked by the remaining-layers.

 

Aluminum Profile and Spring Steel Clips :

Aluminium Profile and Spring Steel Clips marketed by “BANABETHI” are used for fixing green-house film or shade-net on pipe structures.

 

 

 

 

Insect Net :
These are UV stabilized HDPE nets to keep away insects and birds from Green-house or Poly-house.

 

Plastic-Mulching Sheet :
Plastic Mulching Sheet marketed by “BANABETHI” is an agricultural no-dig technique which is used either in establishing a new-garden or to enrich existing plants. Covering of soil around plants with these special plastic sheets is called mulching. The various advantages of this technique are –

  • Retains soil moisture.
  • Soil temperature in planting bed is raised resulting in early harvest.
  • Prevents weed-growth.
  • Helps in pest-control.
  • Keeps the soil under the mulch loose and well-aerated.
  • Saves on fertilizer and pesticide costs.
  • Maintain soil structure.
  • Used properly, it can generate healthy, productive and low maintenance crops.

Irrigation System:

Irrigation is an artificial way of water application to the soil, in case of inadequate rainfall. Thus irrigation is an absolute must for growing agricultural as well as horticultural crops, maintenance of landscape, growing vegetation in dry areas, in green house and poly house.

Not only does irrigation supply water to plants, it also performs some other functions, such as –

  • Protecting plants against frost.
  • Decreasing weed-growth in fields.
  • Preventing soil consolidation.

Our organization offers a series of irrigation system, both for open-field cultivation and horticulture in controlled environment. They are –

  • Drip Irrigation System.
  • Sprinkler Irrigation System.
  • Pop-Up Irrigation System.
  • Rain Gun irrigation System.

Drip Irrigation System:
As the name suggests, in case of Drip Irrigation, water is applied drop by drop at the root zone of plants.

Utility:

  • Most water efficient method.
  • Reduces evaporation.
  • Run-off water is minimized.
  • System is designed in such a way, that either water can be distributed uniformly throughout the field or can be applied specifically to individual plants.
  • Reduces weed – growth resulting in reducing labor cost on weeding.
  • Keeps ideal moisture condition at root-zone to get maximum output.
  • Makes undulating and saline land cultivable.


Sprinkler Irrigation System:
It is an overhead irrigation system in which water is sent through pipe-lines to one or more central locations in the field and distributed by over-head sprinklers.

Product Details:

  • The stem of the sprinkler is generally referred to as a solid-set irrigation system.
  • Higher pressure rotating sprinklers are called rotors.
  • Rotors are designed to rotate fully or partially.

 

Utility:

  • Distributes water in the field uniformly.
  • Reduces water loss.
  • Reduces labor cost.
  • Cost-effective and mechanized system.

 

 

Pop-Up Irrigation System:
Pop-Up Irrigation System is also a type of Sprinkler Irrigation System.
“BANABETHI” supplies Pop-Ups of two distinct types:

  • Large Area Pop-Ups: These Pop-Ups are used for watering large areas. The system works on water-pressure. It is rotated by a mechanical device which can cover a full or partial circle as per requirement.
  • Low Pressure Pop-Ups: It has a light return spring and low friction design. Hence it works on much lower water pressure compared to any other type of Pop-Ups.
    • Rain Gun: It is also an over head irrigation system. It is almost similar to rotors. The only difference is that it operates at a very high pressure and distributes a greater volume of water with nozzles of different diameters.

Utility:

  • It is a long range sprinkler having a greater capacity.
  • It covers a huge area in a very short time.
  • Rain guns are not only used for irrigation purpose. They are also used for industrial applications, such as dust suppression, etc.