RS- 1 wheat seed

Description Top Variety: PBW RS-1, a biofortified bread wheat released in 2023 by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, for North Western Plains Zone (Punjab, Haryana, Delhi); RS stands for Resistant Starch [Ref: PAU Variety Notification, 2023]. Big Harvest: Average yield of 17.5 quintals per acre (43.18 q/ha); suitable for timely sown, irrigated conditions despite nutritional focus [Ref: PAU Agronomy Bulletin, 2023]. Fast Growth: Matures in 150-155 days, ideal for sowing mid-October to early November in Rabi season [Ref: PAU Cultivation Guide]. Disease-Resistant: Completely resistant to yellow rust; moderately resistant to brown rust, reducing pesticide costs [Ref: PAU Crop Protection Guidelines]. Healthy Grains: High resistant starch (30.3% vs. 7.5-10% in standard varieties), high amylose for slow glucose release; aids diabetes, obesity control; 11-12% protein for chapatis [Ref: PAU Nutritional Analysis]. Sturdy Plant: Semi-dwarf (95-100 cm height), good lodging resistance for stable yields in fertile soils [Ref: PAU Trial Data]. Water-Smart: Fits rice-wheat systems, requires 5-6 irrigations; efficient for Punjab's irrigated farms [Ref: PAU Irrigation Guide]. Easy to Grow: Sow 10-12 kg seeds per acre in loamy soils at 20 cm row spacing; apply standard NPK fertilizers [Ref: PAU Sowing Recommendations]. Certified Quality: Pure, high-germination seeds from Meisha Agrihub, ensuring reliable biofortified performance [Ref: Meisha Agrihub Quality Assurance]. Farmer-Friendly: Premium pricing (15-20% higher) for health-focused markets, boosting income despite moderate yield [Ref: PAU Yield Economics].