High-Yielding Hybrid Ridge Gourd for Commercial Cultivation
KARISHMA is a top-performing F1-hybrid ridge gourd variety,
bred for early maturity, high yield potential, and excellent
fruit quality. With an attractive green color, uniform fruit
length (35–45 cm), and an average weight of 200–220 g, this
variety is ideal for fresh vegetable markets and large-scale
farming. KARISHMA matures 50–55 days after sowing and
delivers an exceptional yield of 14–16 metric tons per acre,
making it a profitable choice for farmers.
Challenges & Solutions
Ridge gourd cultivation can present challenges such as low
yield, irregular fruit development, and delayed harvesting.
KARISHMA is designed to overcome these challenges while
ensuring high-quality production.
Challenges
Common difficulties faced in traditional ridge gourd
farming include:
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Low Productivity Per Acre reducing overall profitability.
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Irregular Fruit Growth & Size impacting market preference.
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Late Maturity Leading to Higher Input Costs
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Inconsistent Fruit Color & Quality affecting sales in markets.
Solutions
KARISHMA provides exceptional benefits to commercial
farmers:
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High Yield Potential (14–16 Metric Tons Per Acre)
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Uniform Fruit Size & Weight – L: 35–45 cm, Weight:
200–220 g
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Early Maturity (50–55 Days)
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Attractive Green Fruits with Superior Quality
Performance and Profitability
Yield Potential (Metric Tons/Acre):
KARISHMA produces high and stable yields, ensuring
consistent farmer income.
Adoption Rate:
Farmers prefer KARISHMA for its early harvesting period,
uniform fruit size, and high market demand.
Farm Profitability:
With low seed input (400–500 g per acre) and excellent yield
potential, KARISHMA provides strong returns on investment.
Market Demand:
The attractive green fruits, ideal size, and early
harvesting advantage make KARISHMA a preferred variety for
both fresh vegetable retailers and wholesalers.