Vol. 12, Issue 9 (2023)

DPLSM-2 (Konkan Madhur), a variety of snapmelon cultivated in Konkan agro-climatic conditions of Maharashtra (India), is characterized by the potential yield of 15.31 t/ha. This variety possesses high fruit yield, attractive shape, and size and is sustainable in high rainfall areas. It also resulted in better LAB (L- Lightness, A- Redness, B- Yellowness) attributes with high Total Soluble Solids (TSS) content. Furthermore, the variety acquires better agronomic attributes and has better keeping qualities. The cracking percentage in Snapmelon cultivars is more than 65%, but the ratio in DPLSM-2 is minimal (9%). The incidence of pests and diseases is below ETL for this type and favoured by farmers for commercial cultivation.