Effect of Manual and Artificial Application of NPK Fertilizers on the Growth and Yield of Rhodes Grass (Chloris Gayana L. Kunth.) by Using Central Pivot Irrigation Technology

Abstract

The present research work was conducted to find out the Rhodes grass response to manual and artificial application of NPK fertilizers by using central pivot irrigation technology in available agro-ecological conditions of Nooriabad, Sindh, Pakistan. In this study the quality and production parameters were studied for the safe keeping of the Rhodes grass. Green fodder in hay form is much more popular around the globe especially in UAE and Gulf Regions. And among all fodder grasses the Rhodes grass is becoming popular with the every passing day. It has high protein value (9-13%) and the average water consumption for Rhodes Grass production is about 600 mm to 1200 mm. As the Rhodes Grass crop gives the yield for multiple years therefore, extra ordinary care of farming operations are required. Arid regions where summer comes early the Rhodes Grass sowing can be done from March to April and August to September. One time sowing of Rhodes grass will give the production to the growers for more than three years.