Sahaja Sri Sai BG-II Western Nirogi-108 Hybrid Cotton Seeds

Sahaja Sri Sai BG-II Western Nirogi-108 Hybrid Cotton Seeds

Sahaja Sri Sai BG-II is a hybrid cotton seed marketed with the Western Nirogi-108 BG II hybrid identity. It incorporates Bollgard II technology for protection against specified bollworm pests and is intended for commercial seed-cotton production.

The underlying Western 108 BG II hybrid is reported to reach approximately 50% flowering around 60 days after sowing and maturity in approximately 115–125 days under suitable conditions. Actual performance can vary with location, sowing time, soil, weather and crop management.

Product Specifications

Key Features

• BG II hybrid cotton seed for commercial cultivation.
• Western Nirogi-108 BG II hybrid identity.
• Reported 50% flowering at approximately 60 days after sowing.
• Reported maturity period of approximately 115–125 days.
• Bollgard II technology provides protection against specified bollworm pests.
• Refuge-in-Bag provision indicated on the product packaging.
• Suitable for cultivation with recommended agronomic management.

Uses

• Used for commercial cotton cultivation.
• Suitable for seed-cotton and lint production.
• Can be cultivated in suitable cotton-growing fields.
• Intended for regions where the hybrid is approved and recommended for sale.

Reported Crop Tolerance

Western Agri Seeds reports better tolerance to blight, soil-borne diseases and sucking pests for Western 108 BG II. Pest and disease reactions can vary under field conditions, so preventive crop care and regular monitoring should still be followed.

Any tolerance associated with seed treatment remains effective only during its intended protection period. It should not be treated as complete or season-long protection against sucking pests or diseases.

General Sowing Recommendations

Sowing Instructions

1. Select a fertile, well-drained field suitable for cotton cultivation.
2. Prepare the soil thoroughly to obtain a fine and level seedbed.
3. Sow the seeds at the spacing and depth recommended on the original packet.
4. Ensure adequate moisture at sowing to support uniform germination.
5. Do not soak or wash chemically treated seeds unless the product label specifically permits it.
6. Avoid excessive irrigation and standing water around germinating seeds.
7. Perform gap filling and thinning to maintain the recommended plant population.
8. Follow all refuge and resistance-management instructions supplied with the packet.

Nutrient Management

• Apply well-decomposed organic manure during field preparation where recommended.
• Apply nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium according to soil-test results.
• Divide nitrogen into recommended split applications according to crop stage.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen, which may cause unwanted vegetative growth.
• Correct micronutrient deficiencies only after soil or plant assessment.

Irrigation Management

Maintain adequate soil moisture during crop establishment, square formation, flowering and boll development. Irrigate according to rainfall, soil type and crop stage. Avoid prolonged moisture stress and waterlogging, as both can adversely affect crop growth and boll development.

Pest and Disease Management

• Regularly monitor the crop for jassids, aphids, thrips, whiteflies and mites.
• Inspect the field for wilt, root rot, blight, leaf spots and other regional cotton diseases.
• Follow integrated pest-management practices and use registered pesticides only when required.
• Rotate insecticides with different modes of action according to local agricultural recommendations.
• Maintain field sanitation and remove severely affected plant material where advised.

Bollgard II Stewardship

Bollgard II technology provides protection against specified bollworm pests and does not protect the crop against every insect pest, disease or environmental stress. Regularly inspect the field, maintain the prescribed refuge or Refuge-in-Bag system and follow all resistance-management instructions supplied with the seed packet.

Harvesting

Begin picking after the bolls have opened completely and the cotton is dry and fluffy. Harvest at regular intervals and avoid picking wet cotton. Keep clean produce separate from stained or damaged cotton to help preserve fibre quality.

Important Information

• Use these seeds only for agricultural sowing.
• Do not use treated seeds for food, feed or oil extraction.
• Keep the seed packet away from children and animals.
• Follow the sowing, refuge, treatment and stewardship instructions printed on the original packet.
• Confirm regional suitability and spacing with a local agriculture specialist before sowing.

Disclaimer: Flowering, maturity, pest tolerance, crop performance and yield may vary with seed lot, location, soil fertility, weather, irrigation, pest pressure and crop management. The original product packet and accompanying leaflet should be treated as the primary cultivation instructions.