Evaluation of high-yielding F4 progenies of chilli (Capsicum annuum L.) for cultivation under Marathwada agro-climatic conditions in Maharashtra, India
Author(s):
SD Deshmukh, VS Khandare, SM Kadam, KB Nagargoje and GH Rathod
Abstract:
This study identifies high-yielding F4 chilli genotypes suitable for Marathwada agro-climatic conditions in Maharashtra, India. Focused on addressing low productivity challenges, the research evaluates 13 F4 progenies and three standard checks for growth, yield, and disease resistance. Progenies PBNC-15, PBNC-16, and PBNC-17 stand out for green fruit yields, with PBNC-16 showing the highest overall yield. PBNC-14 exhibits the highest capsaicin content, contributing to the hot flavour. Noteworthy resistance to thrips, murda complex, and powdery mildew is observed in various progenies. The study recommends adopting PBNC-15, PBNC-16, and PBNC-17 for commercial cultivation in Maharashtra due to their exceptional performance in yield and resistance attributes, offering the potential to enhance chilli productivity in the region.
How to cite this article:
SD Deshmukh, VS Khandare, SM Kadam, KB Nagargoje, GH Rathod. Evaluation of high-yielding F4 progenies of chilli (Capsicum annuum L.) for cultivation under Marathwada agro-climatic conditions in Maharashtra, India. Pharma Innovation 2023;12(12):1594-1598.