Kashi Saumya (VRSGH-3) F1 Hybrid

Medium maturing hybrid, attractive dark green medium fruits. This is suitable for river bed cultivation. Resistant to Sponge Gourd Mosaic Virus and tolerant to Downey and Powdery Mildew under field condition. Higher yield (185-195q/h) more than 30 % over the check variety. Recommended for cultivation in Uttar Pradesh, vide gazette notification number S.O. 692(E), dated 05.02.2019.

  • Responsiveness to higher doses of fertilizer of 100:80:60 kg N.P.K./ha
  • Seed rate: 3.5 kg/ha
  • Sowing time: First fort night of July and First fort night of February
  • Spacing: 3.5 m row to row and 75 cm plant to plant.
  • Bower system is more rewarding during rainy seasons.