chia
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From our crop reference
Chia is a oilseed crop, grown in the rabi season. Sow it in Oct–Nov and expect to harvest in 110–140 days. It wants a pH of 6.0–8.0 (close to neutral) and 15–28°C. Plant at 45 × 20 cm, allowing 5–6 kg of seed per hectare. A good crop returns around 0.6–1 t. Watch for aphid, root rot.
Growing Chia6 sentences from our guides, quoted exactly
Temperature: The chia seeds were burned at different temperatures, and it was discovered that higher temperatures (around 650°C) produced better results for nitrate removal.
Good sun exposure is critical; chia needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Short Duration: With a seed-to-harvest cycle of just 90 to 110 days, chia provides a quick turnaround.
While traditional crops like wheat or mustard might fetch ₹2,000-₹5,000 per quintal, farmers are consistently getting ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per quintal (₹150-₹250 per kg) for clean, high-quality chia seeds.
Climatic and Geographic Fit Chia is a 'short-day plant,' meaning it requires short day lengths (less than 12 hours of light) to initiate flowering.
Short Duration Crop: Chia is typically a 90 to 120-day crop.
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