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Wheat

Open Pollinated

Rabi Season

NIDHI-SONA – Wheat Seeds

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NIDHI-SONA is an early maturing wheat variety known for profuse tillering, long spikes with more grains, and bright amber-colored bold grains ideal for chapati making

Maturity / First Cut
110–115 days
Yield
18–22 q/acre
Seed Rate
40–45 kg/acre
Season
Rabi

First Cut Days

110–115 days

Yield per cut

18–22 q/acre

Seed Rate

40–45 kg/acre

Total Cuts / Seasons

15–20 cuts

Field performance details

Variety / Hybrid NameNIDHI-SONA
Cross TypeOpen Pollinated Variety
Crop TypeWheat
Grain / Stem ColorAmber shiny
Plant Height85–95 cm
Maturity PeriodRabi: 110–115 days from sowing to harvest
Shelling % / Protein ContentProtein content: ~11–12%
Irrigation Requirement4–5 irrigations
Recommended States / ZonesGujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab
Stress ToleranceModerately tolerant to yellow rust and powdery mildew
Soil SuitabilityWell-drained loamy to clay loam soils

Cutting schedule

Rabi: November – December

Suitable for

🌾 Grain Farmers
📦 Commercial Cultivation

Pack sizes available*

20kg

Key characteristics

  • Good grain weight — bold shiny grains
  • High milling quality preferred by flour mills
  • Tolerant to terminal heat stress
  • Good tillering ability for higher grain count
  • Suitable for irrigated and timely sown conditions
  • Consistent yield across varying soil conditions

Storage & handling

Store in cool dry place below 15°C in moisture-proof bags.
Shelf life: 12 months from manufacturing date
Germination rate: Minimum 85%

FAQ's

Best sowing time is November 1 to December 15 for irrigated conditions. Late sowing after December 25 reduces yield.
Seed rate is 40–45 kg per acre for timely sown crop. Increase to 50 kg per acre for late sown conditions.
Yes, this variety has moderate to good tolerance to yellow rust and stem rust — major wheat diseases in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Expected yield is 18–25 quintals per acre under irrigated and recommended conditions.

About Product

NIDHI-SONA is a high-performing wheat variety developed for early maturity and uniform grain quality. The variety exhibits profuse tillering and long spikes, resulting in higher grain numbers and improved yield. Its bright amber-colored bold grains offer excellent chapati quality with high protein content, making it suitable for both farmers and consumers seeking quality and market value.

Field performance details

Variety Name: Nidhi-Sona
Crop: Wheat

Plant Habit:
Vigorous plant with profuse tillering habit

Maturity Period:
100–110 days

Key Characteristics:
• Early maturity
• Profuse tillering habit
• Long spike with more grains
• Bright amber colored bold grains
• Best suited for chapati making
• High protein content
• High yield with good uniformity
• Resistant to rust
• High market value

Climate Suitability:
Tropical and sub-tropical regions

Sowing Window:
Timely sowing

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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