Description: Super Napier grass is a highly productive and high-yielding green fodder crop. It has a long leaf length of 6-8 cm and is capable of producing up to 20 tons of dry matter per hectare. In ideal conditions, it can grow up to 12-15 feet tall. It is a hybrid of Elephant Grass and Pearl Millet. Advantages: Fast growth rate High yield High protein content (16-18%) Drought-tolerant Can grow on a variety of soils Can be intercropped with other crops Requirements: Seeds or cuttings Well-drained soil Adequate water supply Fertilizers (organic compost recommended) Planting Process: Plant stem cuttings at 60 cm intervals Water thoroughly after planting Irrigate every 8-10 days depending on soil and rainfall conditions Harvesting: First harvest after 60-70 days Subsequent harvests every 45-50 days Cut plants just above ground level (2-3 inches) Precautions: Avoid overgrazing Avoid using chemical pesticides and fertilizers Crush the grass properly before feeding to animals Yield: Up to 240 tons per acre per year Can be harvested 6-8 times a year Profitability: High revenue potential Low maintenance costs Can be sold as a high-quality fodder crop
Price: 50 USD
Location: Mobile, Alabama
End Time: 2024-12-11T12:26:08.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Climate: Arid, Humid Continental, Humid Subtropical, Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Semiarid, Tropical Wet, Tropical Wet & Dry
Planting Time: 1 Week
Common Name: Napier Grass (Elephant Grass)
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor & Outdoor
Color: Green
Soil Type: Sand, Loam
Brand: Fresh
Season of Interest: Spring, Summer
Type: Rhizomes
Life Cycle: Perennial
Watering: Heavy
Unit Type: lb
Sunlight: Full Sun
Features: Hybrid
Country/Region of Manufacture: Gambia
Unit Quantity: 2.2lbs