Fodder
Fodder Bajra
Kharif & Summer
Tag: Research
Crop/ Category: Fodder bajra, Forage & fodder
NIDHI-JUMBO is a multicut fodder bajra hybrid offering high biomass, excellent digestibility, and strong standability under varied moisture conditions.
First Cut Days
Perennial
Yield per cut
40–60 t/acre/year
Seed Rate
5–6 kg/acre
Total Cuts / Seasons
15–20 cuts
Field performance details
Cutting schedule
Suitable for
Pack sizes available*
Key characteristics
Storage & handling
FAQ's
NIDHI-JUMBO is a high-performance fodder bajra hybrid developed for multiple cuttings and superior fodder quality. It shows excellent rejuvenation after each cut, strong stem strength, and wide adaptability to dry, irrigated, and waterlogged conditions. With high protein content and digestibility, it supports better animal health and productivity.
Hybrid Name: Nidhi-Jumbo
Crop: Fodder Bajra
Cutting Ability:
Multicut (4–5 cuts at 50-day intervals)
Plant Habit:
Strong stem with high biomass and better standability
Key Characteristics:
• Multicut hybrid with high biomass
• Excellent regeneration after cutting
• Suitable for dry and irrigated conditions
• Tolerant to water stress and waterlogging
• Tolerant to major pests (stem borer, shoot fly)
• High digestibility with high protein and metabolic energy
• High nutritional fodder for better animal health
• Resistant to lodging
Climate Suitability:
Tropical and sub-tropical regions
Sowing Window:
All seasons
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.
Ensures even plant growth across the plot, reducing variability and supporting consistent yield outcomes.
Uniform flowering and harvest timing reduce uneven picking and simplify field operations.
Produces well-formed, visually appealing output that meets trader, processor, and distributor expectations.
