Assessment of groundnut variety for rainfed tract of southern agro-climatic region in Theni District

Abstract

The on-farm trial evaluated different groundnut varieties for pod and haulm yields under rainfed conditions, highlighting their economic viability. TCGS 1694 exhibited superior performance with 61.85% higher pod yield and 48.66% higher total yield compared to local farmer practices (JL 24). Varieties like VRI 10 also showed significant improvements in yield metrics, reflecting their genetic adaptability and disease tolerance, corroborated by previous studies. Moreover, these varieties demonstrated robust haulm yields essential for animal feed, further enhancing their economic appeal with higher gross and net returns. The findings underscored the suitability of these varieties for adoption, driven by market demand for both pods and haulms, making them favorable choices for farmers.