Evolution of Sorghum and Corn Genotypes for the Production of Conserved Fodders

Name of the Project

Evolution of Sorghum and Corn Genotypes for the Production of Conserved Fodders

Objectives

  • Collection, maintenance and evaluation of sorghum, corn alfalfa and berseem germplasm for fodder and grain yield.
  • Quality characterization of sorghum, corn, alfalfa and berseem lines for conserved fodders.
  • Evaluation/ development of corn and sorghum genotypes for silage and alfalfa and berseem genotypes for hay purpose.
  • Development of seed production technology for sorghum, corn, alfalfa and berseem.

Duration

2015-16 To 2017-18

Total Cost

Rs. 9.858 Million