Bitter Gourd Farming: Plant These 5 Top Varieties in January for High Yield

• Farmers are shifting to early crops like bitter gourd for quick and high income.
• January-February is ideal for bitter gourd cultivation, ensuring good growth and reduced disease risk.
• District Agriculture Officer Rajit Ram recommends February for optimal bitter gourd sowing.
• Top varieties include Punjab Karela-1 (50 quintals/acre), Hisar Selection (40 quintals/acre), Arka Harit (36-48 quintals/acre), Navbharti (hybrid, 60 days to harvest), and Pusa Vishesh (60 quintals/acre).
• Early bitter gourd fetches higher market prices due to its timely arrival, ensuring good profits.

Why It Matters: Cultivating specific bitter gourd varieties in January can lead to high yields and significant profits by March-April.