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Gram

Gram

Rabi Season

NIDHI-VIRAT – Gram Seeds

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NIDHI-VIRAT is a table-purpose Bengal gram variety with dark brown bold grains and strong wilt resistance.

Maturity / First Cut
100–120 days
Yield
8–12 q/acre
Seed Rate
30–35 kg/acre
Season
Rabi

First Cut Days

100–120 days

Yield per cut

8–12 q/acre

Seed Rate

30–35 kg/acre

Total Cuts / Seasons

15–20 cuts

Field performance details

Variety / Hybrid NameNIDHI-VIRAT GRAM
Cross TypeOpen Pollinated Variety
Crop TypeGram (Chickpea)
Grain / Stem ColorBrown desi bold
Plant Height40–60 cm
Maturity PeriodRabi: 100–120 days
Shelling % / Protein ContentProtein: 20–22%
Irrigation Requirement1–2 irrigations
Recommended States / ZonesGujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra
Stress ToleranceGood drought tolerance · Tolerant to wilt and root rot
Soil SuitabilityWell-drained sandy loam to loamy soils

Cutting schedule

Rabi: October 15 – November 15

Suitable for

🌾 Grain Farmers
📦 Commercial Cultivation

Pack sizes available*

10kg

Key characteristics

  • High protein content — 20–22% protein
  • Good drought tolerance — low water requirement
  • Tolerant to wilt and root rot diseases
  • High market demand — staple pulse crop
  • Fits well in Rabi crop rotation
  • Nitrogen fixing — improves soil health

Storage & handling

Store in cool dry place below 15°C in sealed bags.
Shelf life: 18 months from manufacturing date
Germination rate: Minimum 85%

FAQ's

Best sowing time is October 15 to November 15 for Rabi season.
Seed rate is 30–35 kg per acre for desi type with spacing of 30 × 10 cm.
Yes, Nidhi gram varieties have good field tolerance to wilt and root rot.
Expected yield is 8–12 quintals per acre under irrigated Rabi conditions.

About Product

NIDHI-VIRAT is developed for table consumption with big-sized rough textured grains. The plant shows medium spreading tall growth and performs well under both irrigated and rainfed conditions. Its strong wilt resistance and soil adaptability make it suitable for diverse cultivation areas.

Field performance details

Variety Name: Nidhi-Virat
Crop: Bengal Gram (Chana)

Plant Habit:
Medium spreading tall plant

Grain Characteristics:
Dark brown grain (owl’s head type)
Big sized grain with rough seed texture

Disease Resistance:
Wilt resistant

Suitability:
Suitable for irrigated & rainfed condition
Suitable for all types of soils

Use:
Table purpose variety

Yield Potential:
High yield with high market rate

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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