High Yielding Soybean Varieties Recommended for Kharif 2025 in Madhya Pradesh
25 May 2025, New Delhi: Madhya Pradesh, often referred to as the soybean bowl of India, is gearing up for another productive Kharif season. For Kharif 2025, farmers are advised to sow soybean between the second week of June and the first week of July, aligning this activity with the onset of the monsoon. A critical prerequisite for sowing is the receipt of at least 100 mm rainfall, which ensures the soil has adequate moisture to support seed germination and healthy crop establishment.
In terms of field preparation, deep summer ploughing is a recommended agronomic practice that should be undertaken once every three years. This process helps improve soil health by loosening compacted layers, enhancing aeration, and reducing the incidence of soil-borne pests and weeds. If not already completed, this should be followed by two rounds of criss-cross harrowing. In normal years, criss-cross harrowing followed by planking is sufficient to prepare a smooth seedbed.
For the Kharif 2025 season, soybean farmers in Madhya Pradesh have a wide range of centrally approved high-yielding varieties to choose from. These include NRC 165, JS 22-12, JS 22-16, NRC 150, NRC 152, JS 21-72, RVSM 2011-35, NRC 138, EMS 100-39, RVS 76, NRC 142, NRC 130, MACS 1520, RSC 10-46, RSC 10-52, AMS-M-B-5-18, AMS 1001, JS 20-116, JS 20-94, JS 20-98, and NRC 127.
Additionally, the Government of Madhya Pradesh recommends several state-specific varieties that have demonstrated strong adaptability and yield performance in the region. These include NRC 157, NRC 131, and NRC 136. These varieties are known for their resilience to local climatic stresses and their resistance to major pests and diseases affecting soybean.
Madhya Pradesh’s farmers are encouraged to choose their variety based on local field conditions, historical performance, and seed availability. By combining good field management with scientifically recommended varieties, farmers can achieve robust yields in the upcoming Kharif season.
To ensure best practices and receive location-specific advice, farmers should stay connected with their nearest Krishi Vigyan Kendras and agricultural extension officers.
Also Read: UPL Launches New Herbicide ‘Centurion EZ’ for Soybean, Cotton, and Onion Crops
📢 Reach Farmers, Share Your Story, and Grow Your Brand!
Got news to share? A company story to highlight? Looking to launch an impactful advertising campaign? Connect with us at info@krishakjagat.org or nimishgangrade@krishakjagat.org and make your mark!
📢 Connect with 100+ Million Farmers! India’s leading farmers rely on Krishak Jagat’s Hindi website for trusted agriculture news, advisory and insights. Click here to explore!
