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HD 3406 (Unnat HD 2967): A High-Yielding Wheat Variety for North-Western Plains

03 February 2025, New Delhi: Farmers in the North-Western Plains of India, including Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, and Western Uttar Pradesh, now have access to a superior wheat variety—HD 3406 (Unnat HD 2967). This variety, developed through Marker-Assisted Backcross Breeding (MABB), offers higher yield, improved protein content, and better disease resistance, making it an ideal choice for wheat growers in this region.

Key Features of HD 3406 (Unnat HD 2967)

Higher Yield: Produces an average yield of 54.7 q/ha and a potential yield of 70.4 q/ha, which is 3.26% higher than its parent variety HD 2967.
Superior Grain Quality: Offers higher protein content compared to HD 2967, ensuring better nutritional value.
Disease Resistance: Enhanced resistance to leaf rust and stem rust, two major threats to wheat crops.
Adaptability: Suitable for timely sown, irrigated conditions, ensuring stable yields across different climatic variations.

Why Farmers Should Choose HD 3406 (Unnat HD 2967)?

Increased Productivity: The improved yield helps farmers maximize their earnings per hectare.
Disease Resistance: Reduces the need for chemical fungicides, lowering production costs.
Better Nutritional Value: High protein content meets the growing demand for nutritious wheat in the food industry.
Ideal for Irrigated Conditions: Thrives in well-watered fields, ensuring consistent growth and output.

HD 3406 (Unnat HD 2967) is a breakthrough variety designed to boost wheat production in the North-Western Plains of India. With higher yield, improved grain quality, and strong disease resistance, this variety is a game-changer for farmers looking to enhance their wheat farming success.

Are you a farmer in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Delhi, or Western UP? Consider HD 3406 (Unnat HD 2967) for higher profits and better crop quality!

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