Seed Industry

Pusa Karishma (LES-39)

20 July 2023, New Delhi: It is the first single zero (< 2 % erucic acid) variety of Indian mustard and has a tolerance to white rust. It is highly suitable for timely sown irrigated conditions.

Salient Feature

First single zero (< 2 % erucic acid) variety of Indian mustard. The average seed yield is 22.0 q/ha with 38.0 % oil content.

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