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NIDHI-GREEN – Lucerne Seeds
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Lucerne

Lucerne (Alfalfa)

Oct – Mar sowing

NIDHI-GREEN – Lucerne Seeds

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NIDHI-GREEN is a high-protein multicut lucerne variety with excellent regeneration, dark green foliage, and reliable fodder yield for one full year.

Maturity / First Cut
45–55 days (first cut)
Yield
4–6 t/acre per cut
Seed Rate
8–10 kg/acre
Per Year
8–12 cuts

First Cut Days

45–55 days (first cut)

Yield per cut

4–6 t/acre per cut

Seed Rate

8–10 kg/acre

Total Cuts / Seasons

15–20 cuts

Field performance details

Variety / Hybrid NameNIDHI-GREEN
Cross TypeOpen Pollinated Variety
Crop TypeLucerne (Alfalfa)
Plant Height60–80 cm per cut
Maturity PeriodFirst cut: 50–60 days · Subsequent cuts every 25–35 days · 8–12 cuts per year
Rows per Cob / Cutting IntervalCutting interval: 25–35 days
Shelling % / Protein ContentCrude protein: 18–22% — highest among all fodder crops
Irrigation Requirement10–14 irrigations per year
Recommended States / ZonesGujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana
Stress ToleranceTolerant to waterlogging once established
Soil SuitabilityWell-drained loamy soils with neutral pH

Cutting schedule

First cut — day 50–60
Cut at 25–30 cm height. Leave 5–8 cm stubble for regrowth.
Subsequent cuts — every 25–35 days
Irrigate immediately after each cut.
Peak yield period — year 2 to 4
Highest yield from established stand.
Perennial stand
Lasts 3–5 years from single sowing.
October – November · February – March
Rabi sowing (October–November) for best establishment
8–12 cuts per year under irrigated conditions
Stand lasts 3–5 years — high return on investment

Suitable for

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

Pack sizes available*

1kg

Key characteristics

  • Highest protein fodder crop — 18–22% crude protein
  • Perennial — lasts 3–5 years from single sowing
  • 8–12 cuts per year under irrigated conditions
  • Highly palatable — increases milk production
  • Excellent for dairy and livestock feeding
  • Fixes atmospheric nitrogen — improves soil fertility

Storage & handling

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

FAQ's

Lucerne gives 8–12 cuttings per year under irrigated conditions.
Seed rate is 8–10 kg per acre for broadcast sowing with shallow incorporation.
A well managed lucerne stand can last 3–5 years before replanting is needed.
Lucerne fodder contains 18–22% crude protein — the highest among all fodder crops.
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About Product

NIDHI-GREEN is a research-grade lucerne (alfalfa) variety developed for sustained fodder production over a one-year crop duration. It supports multiple cuttings across three seasons and exhibits strong regeneration after each cut. With dark green foliage, oblong leaves, and thick stems, it provides nutritious fodder with high protein content and good palatability. The seed is free from amarevel, ensuring better crop purity.

Field performance details

Variety Name: Nidhi-Green
Crop: Lucerne (Alfalfa)

Crop Duration:
One year

Season Suitability:
Three seasons

Cutting Ability:
Multicut

Plant Characteristics:
Dark green foliage with oblong leaves and thick stem

Key Characteristics:
• One-year crop duration
• Suitable for three seasons
• Multicut variety
• Dark green foliage
• Oblong leaves with thick stem
• Good regeneration capacity
• High protein content
• Seed free from amarevel

Climate Suitability:
Tropical and sub-tropical regions

Sowing Window:
All suitable 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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