Sow These Top 4 Varieties of Peas in September-October for a Bumper Yield

Key Highlights

• Top 4 high-yielding pea varieties for September-October sowing.
• Kashi Nandini gives 110-120 quintals per hectare.
• Orchard pea variety yields 16-18 quintals per acre.
• Pant Matar 155 resistant to diseases, yields 15 tonnes per hectare.
• Pusa Three Peas ready in 50-55 days.

Pea farming season has arrived! Farmers can sow peas from mid-September to October and expect a bountiful harvest. Peas are in high demand in the market, offering a great opportunity for farmers to earn good profits. Choosing the right variety is essential to getting high yields. Here, we present the top four high-yielding varieties of peas that farmers can sow this season to maximize their profits.

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1. Kashi Nandini Variety

The Kashi Nandini pea variety was developed by the Indian Vegetable Research Institute, Varanasi. It is an early-maturing variety, with plants growing to a height of 47-51 cm. The first flower appears about 32 days after sowing, and each plant has 7 to 8 pods, each measuring 8 to 9 cm long. Each pod contains 8 to 9 seeds. Kashi Nandini peas are ready for harvesting 60 to 65 days after sowing.

• Disease resistance: Tolerant to leaf miner and fruit borer.
• Yield: Farmers can expect a yield of 110-120 quintals per hectare.
• Suitable regions: Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.

2. Orchard Pea Variety

The Orchard variety is a European pea known for its sweet grains. The pods of this variety are sword-shaped, each about 8 to 10 cm long with 5 to 6 grains. Orchard peas mature within 60-65 days.

• Yield: Approximately 16 to 18 quintals per acre can be harvested.
• Special feature: Sweet-tasting peas, perfect for fresh market sales.

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3. Pant Matar 155 Variety

The Pant Matar 155 variety is a hybrid pea created through the cross-breeding of Pant Matar 13 and DDR-27. This variety takes about 130 days to fully mature. For green beans, harvesting can begin 50 to 60 days after planting. The variety is highly resistant to powdery mildew and pod borer diseases.

• Yield: Up to 15 tonnes of green beans per hectare.
• Benefit: High resistance to common pea diseases, making it easier to maintain a healthy crop.

4. Pusa Three Pea Variety

Developed in 2013, the Pusa Three Peas variety is an early-maturing pea variety suitable for North India. This variety is ready for harvest 50 to 55 days after sowing, with each pod containing 6 to 7 grains.

• Yield: About 20 to 21 quintals per acre of green beans can be obtained.
• Special feature: Early harvest, making it ideal for farmers looking for a quick return.

Tips for Sowing Peas

To get the best yield from these pea varieties, it’s important to follow proper sowing techniques. Here are some guidelines to ensure successful cultivation:

• Seed Quantity: For tall varieties, use 70-80 kg of seeds per hectare, while for dwarf varieties, use 100 kg per hectare.
• Row Spacing: For tall varieties, maintain a distance of 30x10 cm between rows and plants. For dwarf varieties, keep a spacing of 22.5x10 cm.
• Seed Depth: Sow seeds at a depth of 4 to 5 cm.
• Sowing Equipment: Use a Nari plough, seed drill, or Seedkam fertilizer for sowing in rows.

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Seed Treatment for Disease Prevention

• Fungicide Treatment: Before sowing, treat seeds with a fungicide mix of thiram and carbendazim (2+1) at a rate of 3 grams per kilogram of seed.
• Insect Protection: To protect seeds from sap-sucking insects, treat seeds with Thomithoxam at a rate of 3 grams per kilogram of seed.
• Bio-Fertilizers: Treat seeds with Rhizobium leguminosorum for nitrogen fixation and PSV culture for converting soil phosphorus into a soluble state. For this, use 5 to 10 grams per kilogram of seed.

Fertilizer Application

• For Tall Varieties: Apply 20 kg of nitrogen, 40 kg of phosphorus, 40 kg of potash, and 20 kg of sulfur per hectare.
• For Dwarf Varieties: Use 20 kg of nitrogen, 50 kg of phosphorus, 50 kg of potash, and 20 kg of sulfur per hectare.

Note: Farmers should consult their local agriculture department for specific advice on fertilizer use and sowing techniques.

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CMV360 Says

By sowing these high-yielding pea varieties and following proper cultivation practices, farmers can significantly boost their pea production this season. With high market demand and improved techniques, these varieties offer a great opportunity for farmers to increase their income and achieve a bumper harvest.