Among Pulse crops cluster bean has a special contribution. It is grown in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh. In India Rajasthan stands first in terms of area and production of Cluster bean. The crop produces gum which is called guar gum and is exported in foreign countries. Its seeds contain protein-18% and Fibre-32 % and about 30-33 % gum in the endosperm.
Sowing can be done during June- July and October -November
Preparation of field
Plough the field to fine tilth and form ridges and furrows at 45 cm apart.
fertilizers
Apply FYM 25 t/ha, Azospirillum and Phosphobacteria each 2 kg/ha, N 25, P 50 and K 25 kg/ha as basal. 25 kg N/ha is applied as top dressing on 30 days after sowing.
fertilizers
Apply FYM 25 t/ha, Azospirillum and Phosphobacteria each 2 kg/ha, N 25, P 50 and K 25 kg/ha as basal. 25 kg N/ha is applied as top dressing on 30 days after sowing.
Dept of Agriculture Development 
SFAC Kerala
