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Arhar

Arhar

Kharif Season

NIDHI-511 – Arhar Seeds

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NIDHI-511 is a dual-purpose pigeon pea variety suitable for both vegetable and grain use.

Maturity / First Cut
150–180 days
Yield
6–10 q/acre
Seed Rate
4–5 kg/acre
Season
Kharif

First Cut Days

150–180 days

Yield per cut

6–10 q/acre

Seed Rate

4–5 kg/acre

Total Cuts / Seasons

15–20 cuts

Field performance details

Variety / Hybrid NameNIDHI-511 ARHAR
Cross TypeOpen Pollinated Variety
Crop TypeArhar (Pigeon Pea)
Grain / Stem ColorYellow-cream
Plant Height150–200 cm
Maturity PeriodKharif: 150–165 days · Medium duration
Shelling % / Protein ContentProtein: 22–24%
Irrigation Requirement2–3 irrigations
Recommended States / ZonesGujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh
Stress ToleranceGood drought tolerance · Tolerant to wilt
Soil SuitabilityWell-drained loamy to clay loam soils

Cutting schedule

Kharif: June–July

Suitable for

🌾 Grain Farmers
📦 Commercial Cultivation

Pack sizes available*

1kg

Key characteristics

  • High protein content — 22–24% protein
  • Drought tolerant — suitable for rainfed cultivation
  • Deep root system — improves soil structure
  • High market demand — popular pulse crop
  • Good for intercropping with soybean or groundnut
  • Nitrogen fixing — enriches soil

Storage & handling

Store in cool dry place below 15°C in sealed bags.
Shelf life: 18 months from manufacturing date
Germination rate: Minimum 80%

FAQ's

Maturity ranges from 150–180 days for medium duration varieties. Early maturing varieties take 120–135 days.
Seed rate is 4–5 kg per acre with spacing of 60 × 20 cm.
Yes, arhar is commonly intercropped with soybean, moong, or groundnut. It works well as a border crop.
Expected yield is 6–10 quintals per acre under recommended conditions.

About Product

NIDHI-511 is a versatile arhar variety offering both vegetable and grain usage. With cluster pod formation and continuous picking ability, it ensures extended harvesting and good productivity.

Field performance details

Variety Name: Nidhi-511
Crop: Arhar (Pigeon Pea)

Plant Habit:
Well-branched plant with cluster pods

Pod Characteristics:
Pods in clusters with continuous picking

Seed Type:
Whitish-brown bold seeds

Maturity Period:
165–180 days

Key Characteristics:
• Dual purpose (vegetable & grain)
• Early flowering and picking
• High yield potential
• Tolerant to wilt disease

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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