Rajendra Shakarkand-5
A release from Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa (Bihar), suited to the north and eastern plains, with good tuber yield and adaptability to Bihar and Uttar Pradesh conditions in about 100–110 days.
Quick facts
- Type
- Vine cutting (improved variety)
- Season
- Kharif
- Maturity period
- 100–110 days
- Expected yield
- 20–25 t/ha
- Suitable soil
- Sandy / light soil
- Release
- Released by Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University (RPCAU), Pusa, Bihar
About this variety
Rajendra Shakarkand-5 is a sweet potato released by Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, in Bihar, and bred for the north and eastern plains. It gives a good tuber yield and is well adapted to Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand growing conditions, maturing in about 100–110 days. It is the main improved option for growers in the region who want a variety selected for their own climate rather than the southern CTCRI releases. Plant from clean, weevil-free apical vine cuttings.
Key characteristics
Yield & maturity
Maturity period
100–110 days
Expected yield
20–25 t/ha
Actual yield depends on sowing time, soil, irrigation, weather, seed quality and crop management.
Pest & disease considerations
Major diseases
- No special resistance claimed
Advantages & considerations
Why farmers may choose it
- Bred and selected for the north and eastern plains climate
- Good tuber yield; well adapted to Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand
- A regional alternative to the southern CTCRI varieties
Things to consider
- No special disease or weevil resistance — clean cuttings and earthing-up essential
- Certified planting material may be harder to source than the CTCRI varieties
Suitable regions
States this variety is recommended for — check locally, since a state can have more than one recommended zone.
- Bihar
- Uttar Pradesh
- Jharkhand