Long duration, few varieties of cotton for Madhya Pradesh

  • In Madhya Pradesh, the cotton crop is sown in both irrigated and unirrigated areas in the month of May-June. Generally, the crop period of cotton varieties is between 140 -180 days.

  • Today, through this article, we will discuss some long duration (155 -180 days) improved varieties of cotton sown in Madhya Pradesh and their important features .

  • Nuziveedu Goldcot Its ball size is medium, total weight is 5 gm, cropping period is 155 to 160 days, best for heavy soil.

  • Ankur Swadeshi 5 Its ball size is Large, total weight 3.50-4 gm, cropping period 160 to 180 days, best for heavy soil, High yielding variety withstands in adverse conditions, easy picking having high ginning percentage.

  • Kaveri jadoo Its ball size is medium, total weight is 6-6.5 gm, cropping period is 155 to 170 days, best for light-medium soils, bollworm infestation is minimal and good for close sowing. 

  • Metahelix AatishIts ball size is large, total weight 5.5-6.5 gm, cropping period 160 to 170 days, best for light to medium soils, plant is medium to tall, bushy.

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