Pusa Krishna – A new round fruited brinjal variety for higher yield and income


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Authors

  • Partha Saha ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012
  • B S Tomar ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012
  • A D Munshi ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012
  • Ravinder Kumar ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012
  • T K Behera ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012
  • Y A Lyngdoh ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012
  • S C Rana ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012

Keywords:

Brinjal variety, Cultivation techniques, Horticultural yield, Hybridization, Pest and disease management

Abstract

Pusa Krishna (DBR-03) is a newly developed round-fruited brinjal variety, derived from the hybridization of Pusa Bindu x Pusa Uttam, and released for cultivation in Zone VII (Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra). The variety produces oval-round, shiny purple fruits with light purple stripes, ready for harvest in 55–60 days after transplanting. It demonstrates high yield, averaging 395 q/ ha, with superior culinary qualities suitable for Bharta. Optimized cultivation practices, including proper nutrient management, pest and disease control, and seed production techniques, ensure consistent performance. Pusa Krishna offers enhanced profitability, making it a valuable addition for farmers seeking highyielding, market-preferred brinjal varieties.

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Submitted

2025-01-06

Published

2026-01-13

Issue

Vol. 71 No. 01 (2026)

Section

Articles

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How to Cite

Saha, P. ., Tomar, B. S., Munshi, A. D. ., Kumar, R., Behera, T. K., Lyngdoh, Y. A., & Rana, S. C. . (2026). Pusa Krishna – A new round fruited brinjal variety for higher yield and income. Indian Horticulture, 71(01), 4-5. https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IndHort/article/view/163220