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Evaluation of farmer's MM20 Betel Vine Variety

Details: MM20 Betel Vine Variety for two years - Research Supported ongoing

Innovator: Mohidul Mondal, West Bengal

State: West Bengal

Funding agency: National Innovation Foundation - India, Gandhingar, Gujarat

Implementing institute: ICAR-Central Plantation Crops Research Institute, Research Centre Mohitnagar, Jalpaiguri, WB-735102

Benefits

Increased Productivity: The evaluation can assess MM20's leaf yield compared to existing varieties. If it produces more leaves, farmers can potentially harvest more and increase their income. Improved Disease Resistance: Evaluation can reveal if MM20 is resistant to common betel vine diseases. This can reduce crop losses and ensure a more stable harvest for farmers.

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