super napier
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Which animal eats Napier grass?
60 days old Super Napier plants can be fed to chickens, ducks, horses and rabbits Super Grass is very palatable because the stalks are tender Normally first harvest can be done after 75 to 90 days of planting and can be fed to cows and buffaloes It has other uses aside from fresh feed for… Continue reading
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Is Super Napier grass good for cattles?
Super Napier grass is fodder grass that produces a lot of high-protein and carbohydrate content. Super Napier grass has 16% to 18% proteins also give good high yield. 45 days old Super Napier plants can be fed to chickens, ducks, and rabbits Super Grass at this stage will be very palatable because the stalks are… Continue reading
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Benefits of Super Napier
Super Napier grass possesses many desirable characteristics like Continue reading
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Which is the best irrigation for Super Napier grass?
Super Napier grass is best suited for areas where there is normal rainfall They are drought-tolerant and can also grow well in drier areas. In normal areas, Super Napier grass should be irrigated at least thrice a week We have to ensure that soil does not becomes dry Drip irrigation can also be adopted to… Continue reading
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How long does Super Napier grass takes to grow?
Super Napier grass is ready for harvesting 3-4 months after planting and harvesting can continue at an interval of 6-8 weeks for 3 – 5 years. Leave a stem length of 10 cm from the ground at harvesting. 75 days old Super Napier plants can be fed to chickens, ducks, horses and rabbits The Super… Continue reading
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Super Napier grass planting method:
The soil should be well pulverized with the use of a rotavator. The furrows are made 3 feets apart. The cuttings are planted flat in the furrows, 2 feets apart and covered with soil one to two inches thick. 10,000 to 12,000 stems can be planted per acre. After planting, irrigate to enhance germination. Always… Continue reading
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How to plant Banana in the farm
Banana can grow in all types of soil with varying success. The soil should have good drainage, adequate fertility and moisture. The soil range of pH should be 6.0 – 7.5 Banana can be planted in Pit method and furrow method. Rich, well drained, fertile, free working, soils with plenty of organic matter are best… Continue reading
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How to Fertilize Guava plants in High Density Guava Farms
Guava tree is heavy feeder, so it should be fertilized twice an year when it is young; thereafter 3-4 times a year Time of fertilizer application depends on the region and crop variety. In first week of July for winter season crop. The plants are manured twice a year, first during June-July and second by during… Continue reading