Boost Your Income: Kashi Mohini, Pitambar Watermelon Varieties Promise January Sowing, March Profit

• ICAR-IIVR has developed improved watermelon varieties, Kashi Mohini and Kashi Pitambar, offering higher profitability for farmers.
• Sowing in January allows harvest by March-April, capitalizing on high market demand and better prices early in the season.
• Kashi Mohini matures in 75-80 days, features deep red, sweet pulp, and commands good market demand.
• These advanced varieties boast better disease resistance and higher yields (40-60 tons per hectare) compared to traditional types.
• Farmers are advised to use certified seeds, drip irrigation, mulching, and balanced fertilizers for optimal production and quality.

Why It Matters: New ICAR watermelon varieties, Kashi Mohini and Pitambar, offer farmers early profits with January sowing.