In this article we will discuss about the growth and development of sorghum. Germination and Root Growth: Adequate moisture and temperature are the two prerequisites for germination. Seeds of tropical crops such as sorghum may not germinate satisfactorily at temperatures below 20°C but will germinate well at temperatures as high as 40°C. Optimum range for […]
Growth and Development of Sorghum | Sorghum Cultivation | Agronomy
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Tillage and Seeding of Pearlmillet | Millets | Agronomy
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In this article we will discuss about the tillage and seeding of pearlmillet. Tillage of Pearlmillet: Relatively fine seedbed is necessary for small seeded pearlmillet. Compact or cloddy seedbed is unsuitable for seed germination under the harsh environment in which the crop is grown. In alluvial, red sandy or gravelly soils, land is ploughed twice […]
How to Harvest Sorghum Crop ? | Agronomy
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Sorghum crop should be harvested as soon as the grain in the ear head attains the colour of grain and the grain hardens. At this stage, the grain will contain 15-20 per cent moisture. Complete uniform maturity may not be possible in sorghum. In most cultivars, stalks and leaves are still green and succulent when […]