What are the benefits of Super Napier grass?
Super Napier is a triple win for farmers: high-yield fodder for animals, soil and water conservation for the land, and renewable energy potential for sustainability
Key Benefits of Super Napier Grass:
- Exceptional Yield
- Produces 350–400 tons/acre/year in optimal conditions.
- Offers 7–8 harvests annually, ensuring year-round fodder security.
- High Nutritional Value
- Crude protein up to 18%, making it highly suitable for dairy cattle, goats, and sheep.
- Improves milk yield and quality due to better digestibility and balanced nutrients.
- Fast Growth & Multiple Harvests
- Ready for the first cut in 75–90 days after planting.
- Regenerates quickly, allowing multiple cuts per year.
- Drought & Stress Tolerance
- Deep root system taps into subsoil moisture.
- Can withstand moderate drought compared to many traditional fodder crops.
- Silage-Friendly
- High soluble sugar content makes it excellent for silage preparation.
- Ensures livestock feed security during dry months.
- Soil Conservation
- Bioenergy Potential
- Yields up to 150 m³ biogas per tonne of biomass.
- Energy output ratio of 25:1, making it viable for renewable energy projects.
- Pest & Disease Resistance
- Easy Propagation
- Multipurpose Applications
- Fodder (green feed, silage, hay).
- Biofuel/biogas production.
- Windbreaks around farms.
- Raw material for paper pulp and handicrafts.





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