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Hybrid Castor

Hybrid Castor

Kharif Season

NIDHI-999+ – Hybrid Castor Seeds

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NIDHI-999+ is a research hybrid castor variety suitable for irrigated and non-irrigated conditions with strong branching and disease resistance.

Maturity / First Cut
180–220 days
Yield
12–18 q/acre
Seed Rate
3–4 kg/acre
Season
Kharif

First Cut Days

180–220 days

Yield per cut

12–18 q/acre

Seed Rate

3–4 kg/acre

Total Cuts / Seasons

15–20 cuts

Field performance details

Variety / Hybrid NameNIDHI-999+ CASTOR
Cross TypeSingle Cross Hybrid
Crop TypeHybrid Castor
Grain / Stem ColorMottled grey-brown
Plant Height150–200 cm
Maturity PeriodKharif: 180–220 days · Multiple spikes
Rows per Cob / Cutting IntervalMultiple spike harvest
Shelling % / Protein ContentOil content: 45–50% · High shelling %
Irrigation Requirement4–6 irrigations
Recommended States / ZonesGujarat, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh
Stress ToleranceGood drought tolerance · Tolerant to wilt
Soil SuitabilityWell-drained deep loamy to sandy loam soils

Cutting schedule

Kharif: June–July

Suitable for

🌾 Grain Farmers
📦 Commercial Cultivation

Pack sizes available*

1kg

Key characteristics

  • High oil content seeds — 45–50% oil
  • Hybrid vigour — significantly higher yield than OPV
  • Multiple harvest — spikes mature in waves
  • Tolerant to wilt disease
  • Drought tolerant after establishment
  • Excellent industrial oil crop

Storage & handling

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

FAQ's

Hybrid castor matures in 180–220 days. Multiple harvests are possible as capsules mature in waves.
Seed rate is 3–4 kg per acre with spacing of 90 × 60 cm for hybrid varieties.
Yes, Nidhi castor hybrids have good field tolerance to wilt — a major constraint in castor cultivation.
Expected yield is 12–18 quintals per acre for hybrid varieties under irrigated conditions.

About Product

NIDHI-999+ is designed for adaptability across irrigated and rainfed conditions. The plant features a mahogany stem with double bloom and a divergent branching pattern. Dense spininess on capsules and resistance to wilt and root rot make this hybrid a reliable choice for castor cultivation.

Field performance details

Hybrid Name: Nidhi-999+
Crop: Castor
Category: Research Hybrid

Plant Characteristics:
• Mahogany stem with double bloom
• Plant height: 160–170 cm
• Divergent branching pattern

Spike Characteristics:
• Length of main spike: 90–95 cm
• Dense spininess on capsule

Suitability:
Suitable for irrigated & non-irrigated conditions

Disease Resistance:
• Resistant to wilt
• Resistant to root rot

Key Highlights:
• Strong adaptability
• Robust spike formation
• Dual-condition suitability
• Disease resistant hybrid

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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