Sorghum

NTC stands for National Seeds Corporation (India) or sometimes New Tech Company Seeds (used by certain regional seed producers).

Jowar (Sorghum) varieties under the NTC label are high-yielding hybrid seeds bred for:

• Drought tolerance

• Pest and disease resistance

• Good fodder quality

• Suitable for both Kharif (rainfed) and Rabi (post-rainy) seasons

  Type	Hybrid Sorghum (grain or fodder type)

  Duration

  110–125 days (varies with hybrid)

  Height

  180–250 cm (depends on type)

  Yield

  25–35 quintals/ha (grain) or 400–500 q/ha (fodder)

  Resistant to

  Drought, downy mildew, and shoot fly

  Best suited for

  Rainfed and irrigated areas of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telang