THE CHALLENGE
Problem addressed
Malnutrition among children and expectant mothers
About this technology
Biofortified with Iron (65.4-69ppm) and Zinc (35-38ppm)
Yield potential 1500-2000kg/ha
Best suited for low to mid-altitude areas
Bush-determinate
Medium seeded
Maturity Period: 58-68 days
Reduces malnutrition and improves health especially among children and expectant mothers
Drought tolerant
Good for food security and incomes
Performance and benefits
KEY PERFORMANCE1500-2000kg/ha
Good for food security and incomes
Reduces malnutrition and improves health especially among children and expectant mothers
Where it is suitable
Agro-ecological zonesBest suited for low to mid-altitude areas
Districts
Target usersFarmers
Value-chain stage