CoFs 31/Sorghum/Jowar/Jwari/Multicut Perennial Fodder Grass

Seed Rate

Approx. 2-3 Kgs of seeds per Acre

Germination time

10 days.

Seed treatment

(Optional)

Treat the seeds with Azospirullum (500 g) and phosphate solubilising bacteria (500 g) per ha will increase yield by 10-15 per cent OR any other suitable seed treatment may be used

Sowing Method

Plough 2-3 times to obtain a good tilth. Form ridges and furrows of 6 m long and 60 cm apart.

The variety is recommended for cultivation in both irrigated & part of dry conditions and suitable for anywhere climatic conditions in India.

Spacing: 30 x 15-30 cm (Sow on both sides of ridges) and 60 x 15 cm ( For seed production)

Soil Requirement

It can be grown on any soil except on very sandy soils.

Irrigation

 Irrigate immediately after sowing. Life irrigation on the third day and thereafter once in 10 days, according to need based.

Harvesting for fodder

Multi-cut grass 6-7 cuts in a Year and comes up to 3-4 years (Perennial character). 1st cut at 60 days interval and later all cuts at approx. 45-50 days.

Uses

It is very good grass recommended for milking animals like cow, buffalo, goat, sheep, etc. as it contains high proteins and fibres that are easy to digest for cattle.

Weeding

First weeding on 25-30 days after sowing. After each harvest a weeding may be given before fertilization.