Effect of the System Intensification on Growth and Yield of Mustard Varieties

Abstract

The gradual changes in season and temperature are making mustard growing more challenging. The method of planting is the main factor that determines the optimal growth and development of mustard. The study was conducted at Regional Research Station (OAZ), UBKV, Majhian during two rabi season (2021-22 and 2022-23), on growth and production of three mustard hybrid varieties viz. Pioneer 45S46, Kesari 5100, and Kesari Gold, using three types of planting techniques: S1: broadcasting, S2: line sowing, and S3: system of mustard intensification. The experiment was laid out in a split plot design replicated thrice. The results showed that system of mustard intensification was significantly higher responses in seedling growth and yield characteristics than the direct sowing of broadcasting and line sowing methods. The variety V3 was found most superior in terms yield traits. The V3S3 treatment was found most significant interaction effect which was recorded highest seed yield (1875.26 kg ha-1), dry matter content (115.0 g), leaf area index (4.46), and crop growth rate (6.43 g/m2/day). The maximum production efficiency was found in V3S3 (18.16 kg ha-1 day-1) in 2022, whereas in 2023 it was maximum in V1S3 (19.76 kg ha-1 day-1).The mustard intensification system is a potential agricultural invention that aids in production, reduces import demands, and encourages efficient and sustainable mustard farming.