THE CHALLENGE
Problem addressed
Drought, anthracnose, BCMV, ALS
About this technology
Yield potential: (2000-2500kg/ha)
Resistant to anthracnose, BCMV, ALS, and tolerant most of
other diseases
Red mottled in colour
Medium seeded and kidney shaped
Maturity Period: 60 -70 days
Market class quality
Best suited for low to mid-altitude areas
Drought tolerant
5-10% yield increase above local varieties such as Nambale varieties due to disease resistance
Performance and benefits
KEY PERFORMANCE2000-2500kg/ha
5-10% yield increase above local varieties such as Nambale varieties due to disease resistance
Where it is suitable
Agro-ecological zonesBest suited for low to mid-altitude areas
Districts
Target usersFarmers
Value-chain stage