Pearl Millet

Pearl millet, It has been grownin Africa and the Indian subcontinent since prehistoric times. It is easier to grow and less prone to pests and diseases . The tiny seeds should be planted from October to November and if conditions are good, they will germinate within five days.

Despite its drought resistance, pearl millet needs rainfall during the growing season but is sensitive to too much water during its flowering season. It does well on light soils, low pH soils of 4,5 – 5,5 and even soils high in aluminium, but cannot stand waterlogged clay soils. It responds well to fertilization and to crop rotation with a legume. Legumes such as cowpeas put nitrogen back into the soil.