Why does jute need stagnation of water during harvasting ?
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Jute plants are harvested at the flowering stage. The stems are cut close to the ground and are then tied into bundles and soaked in water for a few days. This method of soaking is called retting. It softens the tissues and permits the fibres to be separated.
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