A Comparative Study on Growth and Yield Performance of Different Chickpea Varieties

Abstract

Because of its great nutritional content and capacity to increase soil fertility through biological nitrogen fixation, the chickpea (Cicerarietinum) is one of the most significant pulse crops grown worldwide. The goal of the current study was to evaluate how several chickpea types performed in terms of growth and production under comparable environmental circumstances. A randomized block design was used for the experiment, which included several replications of various enhanced kinds. The germination percentage, plant height, number of branches, number of pods per plant, seed weight, and total yield were all noted. The findings showed that the characteristics of growth and yield varied significantly among chickpea cultivars. In terms of plant height, biomass, and seed yield, certain types performed better than others, suggesting more genetic potential and adaptability. The performance of several kinds was also impacted by environmental factors including the time of planting and the availability of moisture.