Grain in Ear is the 9th solar term of the year, and it is also the busiest time for harvesting and planting crops. Temperatures are high and rainfall is plentiful during Grain in Ear. Natural diasters during these months are tornados, hails, strong winds, storms, and droughts. In half a month’s time form Grain in Ear to Summer Solstice is time for summer harvest, summer planting and summer field management.

Main farm works are as follows: First, crops such as wheats, broad beans and peas are harvested in time to ensure a good yield.

Second, re-distribute fertilizer to corn fields in early and middle June.

Third, intertilliage and loosen the soil of cotton field to prevent cottons from aphis, and red spider and other pests. Redistribute organic fertilizer and repair the drainage systems in the cotton field.

Fourth, start planting vegetables such as cowpeas, amaranth and Chinese cabbage. Field management of other vegetables and fruits are to be enhanced. These crops are to be prevented from insect pests during harvest season.

Fifth, start planting summer beans and peanuts. Apply fertilizer to spring beans and sweet potatoes. Carry out intertilliage and weeding work.

Sixth, epidemic prevention is essential, especially to prepare against floods or droughts.

Source: www.cnan.gov.cn

Translated by Chen Yanqiu

Editor: Wen Yi