PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY OF LEEK AND CHAYOTE

This document provides information on leeks and chayote. It discusses that leeks are a non-bulb forming plant from the onion family that is grown for its blanched stem. It is a good source of nutrients but is not commonly grown commercially in India. Chayote is a vine grown cucurbit from Mexico. It can be eaten as a vegetable or its tubers consumed. Both plants require regular irrigation and weeding to thrive. Pests and diseases mentioned that can affect the crops include various fungi, mites, and aphids.