India Seed Sowing Calendar 2026–27
Master planting windows, scientific seed rates, optimum spacing, and regional recommendations across India for Field Crops, Hybrid Vegetables, Oilseeds, and Spices bred by AgriBee Seeds.
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Paddy / Rice (धान)
Cereals • Kharif Season8–10 kg / acre (Nursery for transplanting)
Spacing: 20 cm × 15 cm
October – November (110–140 Days)
Yield: 20–30 Quintals / acre
Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar
Nursery sowing in May–June. Transplant seedlings at 21–25 days stage with 2–3 seedlings per hill.
Soybean (सोयाबीन)
Oil Seeds • Kharif Season25–30 kg / acre
Spacing: 45 cm × 5 cm
September – October (90–105 Days)
Yield: 8–12 Quintals / acre
Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat
Inoculate seeds with Rhizobium culture before sowing. Requires well-drained fertile loam soil with adequate monsoon moisture.
Groundnut / Peanut (मूंगफली)
Oil Seeds • Kharif Season40–50 kg kernels / acre
Spacing: 30 cm × 10 cm
October – November (105–120 Days)
Yield: 10–15 Quintals / acre
Gujarat (Saurashtra), Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka
Prefers light sandy loam well-drained soil. Apply Gypsum @ 100 kg/acre at flowering for superior pod filling and oil content.
Castor Seeds (अरंडी / एरंडा)
Oil Seeds • Kharif Season2–2.5 kg / acre (Hybrid)
Spacing: 120 cm × 60 cm (or 150 × 60 cm)
December – March (150–210 Days, Multi-pick)
Yield: 12–18 Quintals / acre
Gujarat, Rajasthan, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh
Hybrid Castor responds exceptionally well to wider row spacing and drip fertigation. Top dress Urea after each primary spike harvest.
Greengram / Moong (मूंग)
Pulses • Kharif Season6–8 kg / acre
Spacing: 30 cm × 10 cm
August – September (65–75 Days)
Yield: 4–6 Quintals / acre
Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, Gujarat
Short-duration pulse crop ideal for crop rotation. Certified resistance against Yellow Mosaic Virus (MYMV).
Blackgram / Urad (उडद)
Pulses • Kharif Season6–8 kg / acre
Spacing: 30 cm × 10 cm
September – October (75–85 Days)
Yield: 4–6 Quintals / acre
Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu
Excellent pulse crop for rainfall-dependent fields. Inoculate with Rhizobium culture to fix atmospheric nitrogen.
Hybrid Maize / Corn (मक्का)
Cereals • Kharif Season7–8 kg / acre
Spacing: 60 cm × 20 cm
September – October (90–115 Days)
Yield: 20–30 Quintals / acre
Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Gujarat
Prefers well-drained fertile loam soils. Apply balanced NPK in 3 split doses (basal, knee-high, tasseling) for massive heavy cobs.
Sesame / Til (तिल)
Oil Seeds • Kharif Season1–1.5 kg / acre
Spacing: 30 cm × 10 cm
September – October (80–95 Days)
Yield: 3–5 Quintals / acre
Gujarat, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh
Mix seed with fine dry sand for uniform line sowing. Ensure fast furrow drainage as crop cannot tolerate waterlogging.
Hybrid Okra (Bhindi) (भिंडी)
Vegetables • Kharif Season2.5–3 kg / acre
Spacing: 45 cm × 30 cm
August – November (45–120 Days, Continuous Picking)
Yield: 60–80 Quintals / acre
Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Bihar
Plant YVMV-resistant AgriBee hybrids. Pick tender green pods every alternate day to encourage fresh flowering flushes.
Frequently Asked Questions on Seed Sowing
Practical scientific guidance from AgriBee seed breeders for achieving maximum germination and field vigor.
Why is seed treatment critical prior to sowing?
Treating seeds with fungicides (like Thiram/Carbendazim @ 2g/kg seed) or bio-agents (Trichoderma viride @ 5–10g/kg) creates a protective shield against seed-borne pathogens, collar rot, and damping-off, ensuring 90%+ field germination vigor.
What is the optimum soil temperature for seed germination?
Most Kharif and Zaid seeds (Cucurbits, Maize, Soybean) require warm soil temperatures between 22°C to 32°C for rapid emergence. Rabi seeds (Wheat, Mustard, Cumin) germinate best in cooler soil between 15°C to 24°C.
How do AgriBee hybrid seeds withstand drought and heat stress?
AgriBee hybrid varieties are bred and tested at our 100-acre R&D facility in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Inbred parent lines are selected for deep taproot penetration, osmotic tolerance, and thick cuticular leaf wax to sustain vigor during intermittent dry spells.
How can farmers or agro-dealers purchase genuine AgriBee seeds in bulk?
Authorized seed dealers, FPOs, and large farmers can place direct wholesale orders by contacting our Rajkot Headquarters at +91 99788 29143 or submitting the dealer quotation form on our website.
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