Bhanu

 
Sunflower variety Bhanu
Year of release 2010
Notification number 3540 (E), 24-11-2016
Developed by Zonal Agricultural Research Station,
Solapur, Mahatma Phule Krishi
Vidyapeeth, Rahuri
Pedigree Selection from gene pool
Recommended ecology Maharashtra
Seed yield (kg/ha) Average : 1600-1800
Oil Content(%) 37-39
Days to maturity Kharif : 80-85
Days to flowering Kharif : 53-57
Plant height (cm) 165-170
Head Diameter (cm) 16-20
100 seed weight (g) 4.5-5.5
Volume weight (g/100 ml) 42-44
Hull content (%) 24-26