Vol. 11, Special Issue 1 (2022)

Author(s):
Sahaja Deva, Prasanna Lakshmi Ravuri, M Mallikarjun and M Reddi Kumar

Abstract:
A new variety of Groundnut Dheeraj (TCGS 1073), released by RARS, Tirupati in the year 2018 was introduced in the district by KVK Kalikiri, which is a water-use efficient spanish bunch culture with high yield potential matures in 105-110 days suitable for cultivation in irrigated situation both in Kharif (2.37 t ha^-1) and Rabi (3.44 t ha^-1) seasons.. KVK, Kalikiri assessed the performance of Dheeraj over Kadiri 6 in On Farm Trials during 2017-18 and 2018-19; Front Line Demonstrations during 2019-20. Dheeraj (TCGS 1073) has shown advantage over Kadiri 6 in terms of yield attributes and yield. Average yield of Dheeraj was 22.7 q ha^-1 with net returns and C: B ratio of 51833 Rs ha^-1 and 1:2.1, respectively. Whereas, Kadiri 6 recorded yield of 18.0 q ha^-1 with net returns and C: B ratio of 31000 Rs ha^-1 and 1:1.7, respectively. It has been concluded that significant difference between Dheeraj and Kadiri 6 was observed with regard to yield parameters, yield and C:B ratio.