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Black Gram (Urad)

How to grow high-protein, soil-enriching pulses

Black Gram (Urad) Mastery

20-25 min
Kharif (June-July) or Summer (March)
Difficulty: Easy

Growth Snapshot

Core care pillars at a glance

The Full Picture

Black Gram (Vigna mungo) is a staple pulse in Uttar Pradesh, known for its deep black seeds and creamy interior. It’s a remarkable crop for your platform because it belongs to the 'Legume' family—it actually takes nitrogen from the air and puts it back into the soil through its roots. In Lucknow, it is often grown as a 'catch crop' during the summer months between the wheat harvest and the paddy sowing.