Karan Vrinda (DBW 371): A Superior Wheat Variety for Optimal Yield in North Western India
02 February 2025, New Delhi: Karan Vrinda (DBW 371) is another wheat variety highly recommended for early sowing under irrigated conditions in the North Western Plains of India. Known for its high yield potential and strong resistance to environmental stresses, this variety thrives in the states of Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan (excluding Kota and Udaipur Divisions), and Western Uttar Pradesh.
Climate and Area Suitability: Ideal for areas with well-established irrigation systems, Karan Vrinda (DBW 371) grows well in the Terai region of Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh’s Paonta Valley, Jammu and Kathua districts of Jammu & Kashmir, and select parts of Uttar Pradesh. Its adaptability to various climatic conditions in these regions makes it a valuable option for wheat growers.
Key Features of Karan Vrinda (DBW 371):
- Average Yield: 75.9 q/ha
- Yield Potential: 87.1 q/ha
- Heading Days: 150
- Maturity Height: 100 cm
- Thousand Kernel Weight (TKW): 46g
- Chapati Quality: 7.7
- Hectolitre Weight: 81.0 kg
- Protein Content: 12.2%
- Micronutrient Content (Fe & Zn): 37.8 ppm and 39.9 ppm, respectively
Karan Vrinda’s ability to achieve high yields with quality grains, coupled with its excellent protein content, makes it an ideal choice for farmers in the North Western Plains looking for a reliable wheat variety.
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