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Super Napier (Pakchong 1)
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Kiambu • Githunguri
Githunguri, kiambu county
Super Napier (Pakchong 1) is a Hybrid Napier Grass obtained by crossing ordinary napier (pennisetum purpureum) and Pearl Millet ( Pennisetum glaucam) developed in Thailand,by Dr Krailas Kiyothong-animal nutritionist and plant breeder from Department of Livestock development.
Has the below key qualities
1.Pakchong 1 Super Napier is the only variety in kenya giving highest crude protein (16 -18%).Our lab tests in February 2021 showed 17.2 ,% of crude protein.
3 200 Tons per acre per year means a dairy farmer can easily rear 15 cows in one acre of land.
4 Farmers can save huge money because of high protein content (16 - 18 )
5 Highly suitable for silage with no need to add any additives while making silage due to its water soluble carbohydrates (WSC)18
7.It could be ratooned-.Once established in the field,it grows after each cutting.
9. Pakchong 1 produces 7 to 8 cuttings per year and 50 to 60 tons per cutting depending on soil conditions.
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