What is Super Napier grass?

Super Napier is a Hybrid Napier Grass obtained by crossing Elephant Grass and Pearl Millet.


Super Napier is an improved fodder grass that produces a lot of high-protein forage


They can yield 180 to 200 tonnes per acre per year


They grow up to a high height 12 feet to 15 feet


Super Napier has high crisp leaves.


Super Napier can be harvested eight times a year


The yield is made in a short period of time.



Super Napier grass for Dairy Farms

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