Pusa Riddhi Onion, a new variety that solves the problems of Indian farmers in onion cultivation. This new onion variety helps in better yield and income.
Indian farmers are always looking for new technologies and better crops. Onion cultivation is a crop that is not only important in our diet but is also an important part of the livelihood of farmers. However, there are many challenges faced by farmers in onion cultivation, which affects their income and productivity. But now there is a new ray of hope – Pusa Riddhi Onion, a new onion variety that can solve all these problems.
Problems faced in onion cultivation
The average yield of onion in India is less than 18 tonnes per hectare. There are many reasons behind this, such as:
Old and weak seeds
Insects and diseases damaging the crop
Unpredictable weather changes
Storage problems
To deal with these problems, a new variety was needed, and Pusa Riddhi onion fulfilled this need.
New hope
Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR) and Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Chomu have jointly developed a new onion variety – Pusa Riddhi onion. This onion variety presents a new direction for farmers and is likely to improve their income.
Special features of Pusa Riddhi onion:
Deep red color
Medium size (4.8-6.3 cm)
Weight 70-100 grams
Pungent taste
Long storage capacity
Rich in natural antioxidants
Experiment in Achojai village of Jaipur
Agricultural scientists demonstrated this new variety in Achojai village of Jaipur. As a result, farmers obtained 25-35% more yield in onion cultivation than traditional varieties. This success inspired farmers to adopt the cultivation of Pusa Riddhi onion.
Economic Benefits
Farmers have got tremendous economic benefits from the cultivation of Pusa Riddhi onion. Some important statistics:
Income of Rs 25,000-30,000 from one bigha of land
Benefit-cost ratio between 2.5 to 3.5
Better price in the market
Export possibilities
Success of farmers with new onion variety
The farmers of Achojai village adopted the Pusa Riddhi onion variety and it proved to be a golden opportunity for them. Now every farmer in the village is excited about cultivating this onion. Farmers believe that the new variety of onion will bring a change in their lives and increase their income.
Learnings and messages
It is clear from this experience that revolutionary changes can be brought in farming with new technology and scientific approach. Some important points:
Importance of new technology
Following scientific advice
Selection of quality seeds
Future prospects
In the coming times, more such new varieties will help the farmers and increase their yield. Pusa Riddhi onion is an important step in this direction. In future, such varieties can increase the income of farmers even more, and can achieve more success in the agricultural sector.
There is a need for change in onion cultivation
In today’s time, where farmers are facing agricultural challenges, new varieties of onion cultivation can become a solution for them. Varieties like Pusa Riddhi onion not only help in increasing the yield, but are also helpful in storage and getting better price in the market.
Conclusion
Onion cultivation is no longer just a traditional work, but it has become a part of a modern agricultural approach. Innovations like Pusa Riddhi onion and new onion variety are proving to be a strong step for the future of Indian agriculture. Such innovations will not only help farmers increase their income, but will also show the way to stability and success in agriculture.
Pusa Riddhi onion is not just a new variety but it has become a means of bringing change in the lives of farmers. It has proved how Indian agricultural research can help farmers. It has brought a new era in the field of onion cultivation.
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