RMO-435 (Maru Bahar)
A 2022 SKRAU Bikaner release, a gamma-irradiation mutant of RMO-40, with ~6тАУ6.5 q/ha average yield and 65тАУ67-day maturity тАФ a recent improved choice for the Rajasthan arid tract.
Quick facts
- Type
- Open-pollinated
- Season
- Kharif
- Maturity period
- ~65тАУ67 days
- Expected yield
- ~6тАУ6.5 q/ha average
- Suitable soil
- Light, sandy arid soils
- Release
- Released 2022 by SKRAU, Bikaner (gamma-mutant of RMO-40)
About this variety
RMO-435, released as "Maru Bahar", is a 2022 release from SKRAU, Bikaner. It was developed as a mutant of RMO-40 through gamma irradiation, carries an average yield of about 6тАУ6.5 q/ha and matures in about 65тАУ67 days. As a recent improved variety for the Rajasthan arid tract, it is a good modern choice, combining the drought-hardiness of its parent RMO-40 with improved performance.
Key characteristics
Yield & maturity
Maturity period
~65тАУ67 days
Expected yield
~6тАУ6.5 q/ha average
Actual yield depends on sowing time, soil, irrigation, weather, seed quality and crop management.
Pest & disease considerations
Major diseases
- Drought-hardy; improved field performance
Advantages & considerations
Why farmers may choose it
- Recent (2022) improved variety with ~6тАУ6.5 q/ha average yield.
- Drought-hardy mutant of the well-adapted RMO-40.
Things to consider
- Source certified seed through SKRAU/the state seed corporation; protect against yellow mosaic as with all moth bean.
Suitable regions
States this variety is recommended for тАФ check locally, since a state can have more than one recommended zone.
- Rajasthan