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Hybrid SSG

Kharif & Summer

NIDHI-99 – Hybrid SSG Seeds

NIDHI-99 (Red) is a red-seeded multicut SSG variety known for fast regrowth, high green fodder yield, and excellent palatability with juicy fodder.

Maturity / First Cut
55–65 days (first cut)
Yield
8–12 t/acre per cut
Seed Rate
8–10 kg/acre
Per Season
4–6 cuts

First Cut Days

55–65 days (first cut)

Yield per cut

8–12 t/acre per cut

Seed Rate

8–10 kg/acre

Total Cuts / Seasons

15–20 cuts

Field performance details

Variety / Hybrid NameNIDHI-99
Cross TypeHybrid
Crop TypeSorghum Sudan Grass (SSG)
Grain / Stem ColorRed-brown
Plant Height180–250 cm
Maturity PeriodFirst cut: 55–65 days · Subsequent cuts every 30–35 days
Rows per Cob / Cutting IntervalCutting interval: 30–35 days
Shelling % / Protein ContentCrude protein: 10–12%
Irrigation Requirement6–8 irrigations per season
Recommended States / ZonesGujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh
Stress ToleranceTolerant to drought and heat
Soil SuitabilityAll soil types

Cutting schedule

First cut — day 55–65
Cut at 45–50 cm height. Leave 8–10 cm stubble.
Subsequent cuts — every 30–35 days
Apply 10 kg urea per acre after each cut.
Peak yield period — cuts 2 to 5
Highest biomass and quality.
End of season
4–6 cuts possible per season.
Kharif: June–July · Summer: Feb–Mar
Kharif sowing for maximum yield
Summer sowing with adequate irrigation
4–6 cuts possible per season

Suitable for

🐄 Dairy Cattle
🐃 Buffalo
✓ Sheep & Goat
🥛 Dairy Farm
🏡 Gaushala

Pack sizes available*

5kg

Key characteristics

  • High green fodder yield per cut
  • Multiple cuttings per season — 4 to 6 cuts
  • High protein content — good nutritional value
  • Fast regrowth after each cut
  • Wide adaptability across soil types
  • Suitable for silage and green fodder

Storage & handling

Store in cool dry place below 15°C.
Shelf life: 18 months from manufacturing date
Germination rate: Minimum 75%

FAQ's

SSG gives 4–6 cuttings per season under good management with irrigation.
Seed rate is 8–10 kg per acre for broadcast sowing or 5–6 kg per acre for line sowing.
SSG White varieties are lower in prussic acid and more palatable. SSG Red varieties have higher biomass.
Yes, SSG is excellent for silage making. Harvest at dough stage for best silage quality.

About Product

NIDHI-99 (Red) is a high-performing hybrid sorghum sudan grass variety developed for multiple cuttings and superior fodder quality. The crop grows tall with medium-thick succulent stems and maintains a stay-green character for longer periods. Its strong regrowth potential and lodging resistance ensure consistent fodder availability, while its juicy and palatable fodder supports better animal intake and health.

Field performance details

Hybrid Name: Nidhi-99 (Red)
Crop: Hybrid Sorghum Sudan Grass (SSG)

Seed Type:
Red-seeded

Plant Height:
6–9 feet

Stem Type:
Medium thick, succulent stem

First Cutting:
45–50 days

Cutting Ability:
Multicut

Key Characteristics:
• Red-seeded multicut SSG variety
• Tall growing plants
• Lodging resistant
• Good re-growth potential after cutting
• Higher green fodder yield compared to other varieties
• Stay-green and clean foliage
• Good quality fodder with high palatability and juiciness
• Tolerant to major pests and diseases

Climate Suitability:
Tropical and sub-tropical regions

Sowing Window:
All seasons

Built for consistent growth and dependable performance

This variety is developed to deliver uniform plant development, predictable maturity, and reliable field performance across diverse growing conditions. Designed for farmers and distributors who value consistency, planning confidence, and market-ready harvests.

Balanced Plant Structure

Optimized plant architecture supports proper airflow, sunlight penetration, and field stability—helping plants perform uniformly throughout the crop cycle.

Predictable Maturity Window

Designed to mature within a reliable time frame, enabling better crop planning, efficient rotations, and timely harvesting.

Three reasons farmers choose Nidhi Seeds

Uniform Field Development

Ensures even plant growth across the plot, reducing variability and supporting consistent yield outcomes.

Synchronized Bearing & Maturity

Uniform flowering and harvest timing reduce uneven picking and simplify field operations.

Market-Preferred Output

Produces well-formed, visually appealing output that meets trader, processor, and distributor expectations.

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