To obtain a good yield of cumin, manure and fertilizers should be used based on the soil test. Normally 20 quintals of cow dung should be dispersed in the field at the time of ploughing per acre. After this, 25kg of DAP and 4kg of urea per acre should be added at the time of sowing. 3 kg urea should be given per acre at the time of first irrigation._x000D_