In this article we will discuss about the quality considerations of pearlmillet. Pearlmillet has been one of the principal sources of calories as starch in human diet. With increased purchase power and easiness in quick use of wheat and rice in making food preparations, the per capita consumption of pearlmillet grains had declined in urban […]
Quality Considerations of Pearlmillet | Millets | Agronomy
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Growth and Development of Sorghum | Sorghum Cultivation | Agronomy
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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 […]
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 […]