Description
Sarpan Commander 641 Chilli Seeds are a popular choice among farmers for their impressive yield and resistance to various viruses. This hybrid variety produces medium-pungency chillies that are ideal for both fresh consumption and drying.
Key features:
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Sarpan Commander 641 Chilli is high yielding: Produces up to 25-30 tonnes per hectare under ideal conditions.
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Virus resistant: Resistant to common chilli viruses like CMV, TYLCV, and BLCV.
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Semi-erect plant type: Reaches a height of 3.5-4 feet, making it easy to manage and harvest.
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Medium pungency: Scoville Heat Units (SHU) range between 10,000 and 15,000, providing a good balance of heat and flavour.
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Long, attractive fruits: Chilies are 13-15 cm in length and 1.3-1.5 cm in diameter, making them visually appealing.
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Dual purpose: Sarpan Commander 641 Chilli can be used fresh in cooking or dried for later use.
Benefits:
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Increased productivity and income for farmers.
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Reduced risk of crop loss due to viral diseases.
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Versatile chillies suitable for various culinary uses.
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Easy to manage and harvest.
Land Preparation:
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Number of ploughings: 2-3 ploughings are generally recommended to achieve a fine tilth.
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Depth of ploughing: The first ploughing should be deep (18-20 cm) to break the hardpan and improve drainage. Subsequent ploughings can be shallower (10-12 cm).
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Timing: Ploughing is best done during the summer months (April-May) to allow the soil to dry and aerate.
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Moisture content: Ideally, the soil should have moderate moisture content during ploughing. Avoid ploughing when the soil is too wet or dry.
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After ploughing, remove all weeds, stones, and other debris from the field. This will prevent competition for resources and facilitate smooth land levelling.
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Incorporate well-decomposed farmyard manure (FYM) or compost at 15-20 tons per acre at the time of final ploughing. This improves soil fertility, water-holding capacity, and soil structure.
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Incorporate well-decomposed farmyard manure (FYM) or compost at 15-20 tons per acre at the time of final ploughing. This improves soil fertility, water-holding capacity, and soil structure.
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Apply a basal dose of fertilizers based on soil test recommendations. A general recommendation is 40 kg nitrogen, 60 kg phosphorus, and 40 kg potassium per acre.
Sowing
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Sow Chilli seeds in a well-drained seedbed with fertile soil.
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Sow seeds thinly, about 2-3 cm (about 1.18 in) apart.
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Cover the seeds lightly with soil.
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Water the seedbed regularly and keep it moist.
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Chilli Seedlings should emerge in 7-10 days.
Transplanting:
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Transplant Sarpan Commander 641 Chilli seedlings to the field when they are 4-5 weeks old and have 4-5 true leaves.
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Harden off seedlings for a week before transplanting by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions.
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Prepare the field by tilling, levelling, and making planting holes.
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Space the plants 45-60 cm apart in rows that are 60-75 cm apart.
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Make sure the roots are not bent when planting.
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Water the plants thoroughly after transplanting.
Harvesting:
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Chilli are ready for harvest when they reach full colour and size.
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Ripe Sarpan Commander 641 Chilli
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Use sharp scissors or pruners to harvest the chillies.
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Cut the stem about 1 cm above the fruit.
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Harvest chillies regularly, as this will encourage further fruiting.
Storage:
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Fresh Chilli can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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Sarpan Commander 641 Chilli stored in a refrigerator
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Wash chillies gently before storing them.
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Place Sarpan Commander 641 Chilli in a plastic bag and remove as much air as possible.
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Alternatively, chillies can be dried or frozen for longer storage.
Drying of Sarpan 4444 Chilli :
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Wash chillies and remove stems.
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Slice chillies into thin strips or leave them whole.
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Spread chillies on a clean drying rack or trays in a well-ventilated area.
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Drying chillies
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Turn chillies regularly to ensure even drying.
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Chillies are dry when they are brittle and break easily.
