wheat varieties

With the Rabi crop season underway, it's time for farmers to select the right wheat variety to ensure a successful harvest. The varieties DBW 359, DBW 303, and DBW 332 are high-yielding, trusted choices among farmers. By choosing these varieties, farmers can achieve better production and profits. Let’s explore the characteristics of each DBW variety in detail.

DBW 359 (Karan Shivangi):

Developed by the Indian Institute of Wheat and Barley Research, Karnal (Haryana), DBW 359 is well-suited for limited-irrigation regions and is resistant to diseases like wheat blast and rust (leaf and stem).

• Yield Capacity: 65.3 quintals/hectare in medium regions; 48 quintals/hectare in peninsular regions
• Maturity Time: 115 days in medium regions, 105 days in peninsular regions
• Plant Height: 85.6 cm in medium regions, 80.3 cm in peninsular regions
• Grain Features: Amber-colored, hard, shiny, bold grains
• Quality Traits: Protein content of 11.3% in medium regions, 11.8% in peninsular regions

This variety’s ability to yield well under limited irrigation makes it a valuable choice for farmers. In water-scarce areas, its productivity outpaces other varieties, offering significant benefits.

DBW 303 (Karan Vaishnavi):

Notified in 2021, DBW 303 is ideal for irrigated fields in northwestern plains. The recommended sowing period is from October 25 to November 5.

• Regions: Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan (excluding Kota and Udaipur divisions), western UP (excluding Jhansi division), Jammu and Kashmir (Jammu and Kathua districts), Himachal Pradesh (Una district and Paonta Valley), and Uttarakhand (Terai regions)
• Average Yield: 81.2 quintals/hectare
• Growth Regulators: For early sowing, applying 150% NPK, chloromequat chloride @ 0.2%, and tebuconazole 250 EC @ 0.1% (twice) enhances results

Farmers in irrigated areas favor DBW 303 due to its high yield potential and disease resistance. With proper fertilization and growth regulator application during early sowing, farmers can achieve impressive yields.

DBW 332 (Karan Aditya):

Recommended for early sowing (October 20 to November 5), DBW 332 performs best under high input (150% NPK) and shows strong resistance to stripe and leaf rust, boosting yield potential.

• Average Yield: 78.3 quintals/hectare
• Potential Yield: Up to 83 quintals/hectare
• Regions: Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan (excluding Kota and Udaipur), western UP (excluding Jhansi division), Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh (Una district and Paonta Valley), and Uttarakhand (Terai regions)
• Growth Regulator Application: Chloromequat chloride @ 0.2% and tebuconazole @ 0.1% spray at the first node and flag leaf stages

DBW 332 is gaining popularity among farmers for its high resistance to diseases and suitability for early sowing, enabling farmers to profit from an early harvest.

Conclusion: Wheat varieties like DBW 359, DBW 303, and DBW 332 are known for their high yield potential and disease resistance. Choosing these varieties can help farmers maximize profits from their wheat crops.