KH-302 is a 200 cm hybrid producing 2–3 tillers, with a semi-compact, big oval panicle and very bold grains. It matures in 80–85 days and yields 35–45 q/ha. Features include thick stems, strong fodder yield, bold grains, and good tolerance to foliar diseases.
- Hybrid Bajra KH-302
| Plant Height in CMS | 200 |
| No of Tillers / Plants | 2 - 3 |
| Date of Flowering | 48 Days |
| Date of Maturity | 80 Days |
| Panicle Type | Compact |
| Panicle Shape | Oval and Big Panicle |
| Grain Size | Very Bold |
| Grain Yield | 45 - 50 Qty / Hac |
| Salient Features | Dark Green leaves with thick Stem, More Fodder Yield, Very Big Panicle with Bold Grain, Tolerant to Foliar Diseases, Responsive to Higher level of Management. |
| Specific Marker traits for GOT | Semi erect (narrow) leaves more Peduncle length and light wheat colour grains |
Everything You Need To Know About Bajra
Bajra Fodder hybrid has the ability to produce numerous tillers and can grow tall up to 12-14 feet. It has stay green character for longer period.
Bajra fodder hybrid is more tolerant to drought than sorghum. Fodder crops can be grown well on a wide range of soil type, well drained soils are most suitable. Avoid acidic and saline soils.
Weed Control: 1 kg Atrazine 50% WP per acre in recommended for better weed management.
Tips for better yield
- Seed rate: 5-6 kgs per acre
- Sowing: Summer, Kharif and Rabi (only where the temperature doesn’t go too low)
- Fertilizer: 5 to 6 tons of F.Y.M per acre. N: P: K, 15:20:15 (Basal dose) N.30K (60 kg Urea) after 15 days of germination and 50 kg Urea after every cut.
- Important: Cutting should be taken just before the boot leaf stage cur 4” to 6” from the ground level.
