In India Blackgram is grown all over the country. It is cultivated over an area of 24 lakh hectares with a production of about 7.7 lakh tons.

Urd requires a hot and humid growing season. It can be grown succesfully from sea level up to an elevation of 1800 meters. Heavy rain during the flowering stage is harmful and adversely affect the production.

It is grown all over the country in Kharif and winter seasons.

Urd does well on heavier soils such as black cotton soil which retains moisture better. However, it can be grown on all types of soils ranging from sandy loam to heavy clay, except the alkaline and saline soils.

There are numerous varieties available in the market, providing good production and good returns to the producers. Selection of varieties depends on the following factors:

• Method Of Sowing
• Crop Rotation
• Pest and Disease
• Irrigration Facilities
• Climatic Conditions