When an Indian farmer prepares to sow maize, the first and most critical question is not just which hybrid seed to use, but when to put it in the ground. Is maize a crop or a Kharif crop? The answer is surprisingly nuanced.

), often called the "Queen of Cereals," is India's third most important cereal crop after rice and wheat. Unlike many crops restricted to a single window, maize is uniquely adaptable to various agro-climatic conditions, allowing for year-round cultivation. BIO Web of Conferences 1. Maize as a Kharif Crop (The Monsoon Mainstay)

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