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Kodo Millet
Paspalum scrobiculatum
Moderate difficultyKharif (monsoon) croptypically sown from mid-June to end of July.
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Sunlight
Full Sun
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Watering
Low
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Min pot size
15" pot
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Start from
Seeds can be sown by broadcasting or line sowing. For line sowing, seeds are placed at a depth of 3-4 cm. Seed treatment with bio-fertilizers is recommended before sowing.
About Kodo Millet
Kodo Millet (Kodra) is an ancient, small-seeded cereal grain, highly valued in India for its nutritional profile and resilience. It is a hardy, drought-tolerant crop that requires minimal inputs, making it an excellent choice for Indian home/terrace growers and small farmers, especially in regions with erratic rainfall or marginal soils. Cultivating Kodo Millet is relatively easy, as it adapts well to various climatic conditions and is known for its low-risk production.
Climate requirements
Ideal temperature
25-30°C
Heat stress above
null°C
Cold stress below
20°C
Humidity
Thrives in humid habitats of tropics and subtropics.
Rain sensitivity
Highly drought-tolerant; thrives in scanty and erratic rainfall (400-500 mm annually). Can tolerate moderate rainfall but requires good drainage.
Growth stages
Stage 1
Germination & Early Seedling
Day 1–15
Stage 2
Vegetative Growth & Tillering
Day 16–45
Stage 3
Flowering & Panicle Initiation
Day 46–70
Stage 4
Grain Filling & Maturation
Day 71–100
Stage 5
Harvest
Day 101–110
Common pests and diseases
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