Watering
Intermediate
Cultivation
direct seeding
Harvesting
100 - 105 days
Labour
Intermediate
Sunlight
full sun
pH Value
5.5 - 7.5
Temperature
26°C - 29°C
Pennisetum glaucum (pearl millet) is the most widely-grown millet variety. It is known for its rich nutrient profile and its ability to withstand harsh weather conditions such as flooding and drought. The grains are used for human consumption while the rest of the crop is used as fodder.
Pennisetum glaucum (pearl millet) is the most widely-grown millet variety. It is known for its rich nutrient profile and its ability to withstand harsh weather conditions such as flooding and drought. The grains are used for human consumption while the rest of the crop is used as fodder.
Pearl millet can grow in areas with low soil fertility, and high salinity or low pH, making it a good alternative to other crops. It can also tolerate acidic sub-soils that are high in aluminum content. However, it does not tolerate waterlogging or clay soils.
Pearl millet can be cultivated in areas with drought and high temperatures. It needs high daytime temperatures for the grain to mature. Despite its drought resistance, it requires evenly distributed rainfall throughout the season.
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Watering
Intermediate
Cultivation
direct seeding
Harvesting
100 - 105 days
Labour
Intermediate
Sunlight
full sun
pH Value
5.5 - 7.5
Temperature
26°C - 29°C
Pennisetum glaucum (pearl millet) is the most widely-grown millet variety. It is known for its rich nutrient profile and its ability to withstand harsh weather conditions such as flooding and drought. The grains are used for human consumption while the rest of the crop is used as fodder.
Pearl millet can grow in areas with low soil fertility, and high salinity or low pH, making it a good alternative to other crops. It can also tolerate acidic sub-soils that are high in aluminum content. However, it does not tolerate waterlogging or clay soils.
Pearl millet can be cultivated in areas with drought and high temperatures. It needs high daytime temperatures for the grain to mature. Despite its drought resistance, it requires evenly distributed rainfall throughout the season.