Karan Vaidehi (DBW 370): A High-Yield Wheat Variety for the North Western Plains
02 February 2025, New Delhi: Karan Vaidehi (DBW 370) is a promising wheat variety recommended for early sowing in irrigated conditions in the North Western Plains of India. Cultivated primarily in regions like Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan (except Kota and Udaipur), and Western Uttar Pradesh (except Jhansi), this variety thrives in areas with optimal irrigation.
Climate and Area Suitability: The ideal growing conditions for Karan Vaidehi (DBW 370) include the North Western Plains of India, which encompasses states like Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. This variety excels in regions with reliable irrigation systems, providing farmers with the opportunity for higher productivity in these areas.
Key Features of Karan Vaidehi (DBW 370):
- Average Yield: 74.9 q/ha
- Yield Potential: 86.9 q/ha
- Heading Days: 151
- Maturity Height: 99 cm
- Thousand Kernel Weight (TKW): 41g
- Chapati Quality: 8.3
- Hectolitre Weight: 78.2 kg
- Protein Content: 12.0%
- Micronutrient Content (Fe & Zn): 37.9 ppm and 37.8 ppm, respectively
Farmers in regions with suitable irrigation systems can expect to benefit from the early maturity and excellent yield potential of Karan Vaidehi (DBW 370), making it an excellent choice for the North Western Plains.
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