Madras Agricultural Journal
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VAMBAN 1 A NEW COWPEA VARIETY FOR TAMIL NADU

Abstract

Vamban-l'cowpea is a pureline selection from IT85-F 2020, It matures in 55-65 days with high yield potential. It is an erect type with an average height of 25-30 cm. The average grain yield is 750 kg/ha under rainfed condition. Being white seeded, the variety has an edge over other varieties in market preference.

Keywords: Vamban-1 cowpea, high yield, early maturity, rainfed, white seed

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