HD 2967
One of the historically dominant wheat varieties in the North Western Plains, suited to timely-sown, irrigated fields.
Quick facts
- Crop
- Wheat
- Type
- Bread wheat variety
- Season
- Rabi
- Maturity period
- About 143 days in the North Western Plains Zone
- Seed rate
- 100–125 kg/ha — the standard package for timely-sown irrigated wheat in this zone, not a rate calibrated to this variety alone
- Expected yield
- Around 50 q/ha in the North Western Plains Zone under timely-sown, irrigated conditions
- Suitable soil
- Well-drained loam to clay loam
- Release
- Released for timely-sown, irrigated conditions in the North Western Plains Zone · Developed by ICAR-IARI, New Delhi
About this variety
HD 2967 was developed by ICAR-IARI's Division of Genetics, New Delhi, for timely-sown, irrigated wheat in the North Western Plains Zone. It was also recommended for the North Eastern Plains Zone. It went on to become one of the most widely sown wheat varieties in the belt, at one stage covering more than 10 million hectares. The variety carries the 2NS/2AS chromosome translocation from Aegilops ventricosa, which carries the linked Lr37, Sr38 and Yr17 rust-resistance genes. These genes contributed to its strong rust resistance after release, but resistance has weakened against some current rust pathotypes.
Key characteristics
Sowing & cultivation
- Sowing timeEarly-to-mid November, the timely-sown window for irrigated fields in the North Western Plains
- Seed rate100–125 kg/ha — the standard package for timely-sown irrigated wheat in this zone, not a rate calibrated to this variety alone
- Spacing20–22.5 cm row spacing, standard for timely-sown irrigated wheat
- Sowing methodLine sowing behind a seed-cum-fertilizer drill; broadcasting needs a higher seed rate and gives an uneven stand
- IrrigationFirst irrigation around crown-root initiation, about 20–25 days after sowing. Further irrigations should be scheduled according to soil type, weather and crop stage.
- FertilizerN:P:K around 120:60:40 kg/ha for irrigated timely-sown conditions, nitrogen split across basal, first irrigation (CRI) and tillering — the zone-standard dose, not adjusted specifically for this variety
- HarvestingAbout 143 days from sowing to maturity under timely-sown irrigated conditions; harvest at grain hardness (around 14% moisture or below) to limit shattering loss
Soil & climate
Soil
- Suitable soil
- Well-drained loam — the standard recommendation for irrigated wheat in the North Western Plains
- Irrigation
- Waterlogging around the crown-root-initiation stage sets tillering back — standing water is the main soil risk, not the soil type itself
Climate
- Climate
- Needs a cool grain-filling period — a sudden heat spike in late February or March (terminal heat stress) is the main climate risk across the North Western Plains
Yield & maturity
Maturity period
About 143 days in the North Western Plains Zone
Expected yield
Around 50 q/ha in the North Western Plains Zone under timely-sown, irrigated conditions
Actual yield depends on sowing time, soil, irrigation, weather, seed quality and crop management.
Pest & disease considerations
Major diseases
- Stripe (yellow) rust — the original 2NS/2AS-linked resistance has been overcome by newer field pathotypes since the early 2020s
- Leaf (brown) rust — now only moderately susceptible, down from the resistance it showed at release
- Karnal bunt and loose smut — an occasional risk in a cool, humid grain-fill year
Management notes
- Scout for stripe rust from tillering onward, especially in a mild, humid winter — the original rust resistance should not be relied on alone under current field conditions
- Where local rust pressure is high, follow the latest regional wheat recommendations and consider newer rust-resistant varieties suited to the zone.
Advantages & considerations
Why farmers may choose it
- One of the most extensively grown and field-tested wheat varieties in the North Western Plains, with extensive on-farm experience.
- A familiar, well-understood package of practices — most local dealers, KVKs and mills already know this variety
- Solid, dependable yield under timely-sown, well-irrigated management
Things to consider
- Original rust resistance (2NS/2AS translocation) has been overcome by newer stripe-rust pathotypes since the early 2020s — don't treat it as rust-proof
- Bred and recommended for the North Western Plains; performance outside that belt and its timely-sown irrigated recommendation is less established
Suitable regions
States this variety is recommended for — check locally, since a state can have more than one recommended zone.
- Punjab
- Haryana
- Delhi
- Rajasthan
- Uttar Pradesh
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Himachal Pradesh
- Uttarakhand
Frequently asked questions
What is HD 2967 wheat?
A bread-wheat variety developed by ICAR-IARI, New Delhi for timely-sown, irrigated fields in the North Western Plains Zone — it became one of the most widely sown wheat varieties in that belt.
What is the sowing time for HD 2967?
Early-to-mid November, the standard timely-sown window for irrigated wheat in this zone.
What is the seed rate of HD 2967?
Around 100–125 kg/ha, the standard rate for timely-sown irrigated wheat in the North Western Plains.
How many days does HD 2967 take to mature?
About 143 days from sowing to maturity under timely-sown, irrigated conditions.
Is HD 2967 resistant to rust?
It was bred with strong rust resistance (the 2NS/2AS translocation), but field populations of stripe rust have overcome that resistance since the early 2020s, and leaf-rust reaction is now only moderate — scout it like any other variety.
Which regions are suitable for HD 2967?
The North Western Plains Zone — Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan (excluding Kota and Udaipur divisions), western Uttar Pradesh (excluding Jhansi), Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, Una and Paonta Valley of Himachal Pradesh, and the Tarai region of Uttarakhand — and, more recently, the North Eastern Plains Zone.
Sourced from: ICAR-IARI Varieties Directory — HD 2967, Marker-Assisted Improvement of Bread Wheat Variety HD2967 for Leaf and Stripe Rust Resistance — Plants (MDPI), 2022. editorial policy.