Boost Wheat Yields: Plant Late-Sown Varieties by Dec 25 for 70 Quintals/Hectare!

• Farmers in Lakhimpur Kheri can sow late wheat varieties until December 25, especially after harvesting sugarcane.
• District Agriculture Officer Surya Pratap Singh recommends improved varieties like HD 3298, DBW 316, and BBW 757 for late sowing.
• For late sowing, increase seed quantity by approximately 25% compared to normal to maintain a balanced plant population.
• DBW 316 can yield 68-70 quintals/hectare, HD 3298 40-47 quintals/hectare, and BBW 757 36-45 quintals/hectare.
• Farmers can purchase certified wheat seeds with a 50% subsidy from Government Agricultural Seed Stores, reducing costs and increasing profits.

Why It Matters: Plant specific late-sown wheat varieties by Dec 25 for high yields and subsidized seeds.