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Sesame (Til)

Sesame (Til)

Sesamum indicum

Easy difficultyKharif/Summer
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Sunlight
Full Sun
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Watering
Low
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Min pot size
10" pot
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Start from
Broadcast or line sowing

About Sesame (Til)

Ancient oilseed crop valued for nutritious seeds rich in calcium and healthy fats. Seeds used for edible oil, tahini, and confectionery. Drought-tolerant once established.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
25-35°C
Heat stress above
40°C
Cold stress below
18°C
Humidity
Low
Rain sensitivity
High

Growth stages

Stage 1
Seedling
Day 0–25
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 26–90
Stage 3
Flowering
Day 91–94
Stage 4
Harvest
Day 95–125

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