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Cumin

Cumin

Rabi Season

NIDHI-SHINE – Cumin Seeds

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NIDHI-SHINE is a high-yielding cumin variety with dark green plants, strong vigor, and superior tolerance to wilt disease.

Maturity / First Cut
100–120 days
Yield
3–5 q/acre
Seed Rate
4–5 kg/acre
Season
Rabi

First Cut Days

100–120 days

Yield per cut

3–5 q/acre

Seed Rate

4–5 kg/acre

Total Cuts / Seasons

15–20 cuts

Field performance details

Variety / Hybrid NameNIDHI-SHINE
Cross TypeOpen Pollinated Variety
Crop TypeCumin (Jeera)
Grain / Stem ColorGrey-green elongated
Plant Height25–40 cm
Maturity PeriodRabi: 100–120 days from sowing
Shelling % / Protein ContentEssential oil content: 2.5–4.0%
Irrigation Requirement3–4 irrigations
Recommended States / ZonesGujarat, Rajasthan
Stress ToleranceTolerant to wilt and blight · Requires cool dry weather
Soil SuitabilityWell-drained sandy loam soils · Neutral pH

Cutting schedule

Rabi: November 1 – November 30

Suitable for

🌾 Grain Farmers
📦 Commercial Cultivation

Pack sizes available*

2kg

Key characteristics

  • High essential oil content — premium quality cumin
  • Good tolerance to wilt and blight diseases
  • Uniform maturity — clean harvest
  • High market demand — domestic and export
  • MAC and INM technology for improved performance
  • Suitable for Gujarat and Rajasthan agroclimatic zones

Storage & handling

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

FAQ's

Best sowing time is November 1 to November 30 for Rabi season in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Seed rate is 4–5 kg per acre. Treat seed with fungicide before sowing to prevent damping off.
Nidhi cumin varieties have improved field tolerance to wilt and blight.
Expected yield is 3–5 quintals per acre under good agronomic management.

About Product

NIDHI-SHINE is a premium cumin variety known for its vigorous growth and superior yield performance. The crop develops dark green plants with good canopy formation and produces more branches, leading to higher yield than other varieties. Its strong tolerance to wilt disease and good market value make it suitable for commercial cultivation.

Field performance details

Variety Name: Nidhi-Shine
Crop: Cumin (Jeera)

Plant Habit:
Dark green plant with good canopy bunch

Germination:
Good germination with strong vigor

Key Characteristics:
• Dark green plant with good canopy
• Good germination and vigor
• More number of branches
• Superior yield compared to other varieties
• Highly tolerant to wilt disease
• Higher market value

Climate Suitability:
Tropical and sub-tropical regions

Sowing Window:
Rabi season

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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