Multilocation evaluation of elite varieties and hybrids by NARS in India

Abstract

There is a need to test different varieties and hybrid combinations in varied agro ecologies prevailing in major pigeonpea growing regions to find out suitability and adaptability of the cultivars In Pigeonpea Genotype x E interaction plays a vital role in identifying the potential varieties and hybrids for the respective niches The elite cultivars identified in station trials will be evaluated in multilocation trials The best varieties and hybrids from these trials will be identified and carried forward for on farm testing and release