Vol. 12, Issue 12 (2023)

Author(s):
KB Nagargoje, VS Khandare, VP Nadre, MP Wankhade and SP Shirale

Abstract:
This research paper assesses the comparative performance of F5 progenies of chilli in the Marathwada region of India, focusing on growth, yield, and yield attributing characteristics. The study involves the transplantation of 40-day-old chilli seedlings with specific spacing, utilizing a random sampling technique to examine parameters such as days to first harvest, days to last harvest, harvesting duration, number of pickings, average fruit weight, number of fruits per plant, fruit yield per plant, and fruit yield per hectare. Statistical analysis and comparisons with prior studies highlight significant variations among progenies. Notably, progeny PBNC-14 exhibits the minimum days to first harvest, while PBNC-18 records the maximum. The study identifies three promising progenies, PBNC-16, PBNC-15, and PBNC-17, recommending them for commercial cultivation due to their high green fruit yield. The findings contribute valuable insights into genetic variability, aiding efforts to enhance chilli cultivation and promote regional agricultural and economic development.