Is groundnut a rabi crop or kharif?

Groundnut is a major oilseed crop of India and also an important agricultural export commodity. In India, though groundnut is cultivated in one or more seasons (kharif, rabi and summer) nearly 80% of the annual acreage and production comes from kharif crop (June-October).

Is groundnut a rabi?

Groundnut is raised in rabi season on a limited scale in areas where winter is not severe and night temperatures do not go below 15oC. This crop is usually raised in rice fallow situation to utilize the residual moisture after the harvest of rice. The rabi crops are sown from September to December.

What type of crop is groundnut?

Introduction. Groundnut, popularly known as the peanut is a leguminous crop cultivated for edible purposes. It is found exclusively in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is sometimes considered as a grain legume because the seed can produce oil and the crop is categorized as an oil crop.

How much is groundnut per acre?

Seed rate of 80-100 kilograms is enough for cultivation in 1-acre land. In recent days there is an increase in the availability of high yielding varieties which may yield up to 20 quintals per acre. On average basis a farmer has to spend Rs. 10,000 on seed material.

Who is largest producer of groundnut?

China
China is the largest producer as well as consumer of groundnut in the world with 166.24 lakh tonnes followed by India (68.57 lakh tonnes), Nigeria (30.28 lakh tonnes) and United States (25.78 lakh tonnes).

Is Groundnut a fruit or vegetable?

Botanically, most nuts are the seeds of a fruit, while true nuts — such as chestnuts, acorns, and hazelnuts — are fruits in and of themselves. Peanuts are the exception, as they’re legumes — and thus technically vegetables.