When and where can I grow horse gram (kulthi) and how do I sow it?

Horse gram (kulthi) is one of the hardiest pulses, grown mainly as a rainfed kharif crop sown from August to September on poor, shallow, dryland soils where little else grows. It tolerates drought and low fertility, making it ideal for marginal land and the tail end of the monsoon. Broadcasting is common but line sowing gives a better stand and easier weeding. Treat seed with Rhizobium for nodulation. It needs minimal inputs and matures in a few months. It also serves as fodder and green manure. Because it suits poor land with almost no investment, it is low risk for dryland farmers. Confirm the recommended variety and sowing window for your area with your KVK.