In this article we will discuss about the pearlmillet cropping systems in India. 1. Mixed Cropping: In dryland agriculture, mixed cropping used to be the major system before the concept of intercropping system was introduced during 1970s. In mixed cropping, there will not be a separate row for the component crops. The seed of proposed crops, as mixture, are mixed [...]
In this article we will discuss about the growth and development of pearlmillet. Developmental Stages of Pearlmillet: The ontogeny of pearlmillet is characterised by sequential completion of the following developmental stages: 1. Seed germination. 2. Seedling emergence. 3. Seedling establishment. 4. Tillering. 5. Final leaf stage. 6. Boot stage. 7. Panicle emergence. 8. Half bloom. 9. Fertilisation. 10. Seed set. [...]
In this article we will discuss about the quality considerations of pearlmillet. Pearlmillet has been one of the principal sources of calories as starch in human diet. With increased purchase power and easiness in quick use of wheat and rice in making food preparations, the per capita consumption of pearlmillet grains had declined in urban areas. Nutritive Value: Pearlmillet is [...]