Key characteristics

• Color and shape: It has long, deep red roots with an attractive, self-colored core, meaning it doesn't have a white center. The roots are obtriangular in shape.
• Flavor: The carrots are known for being sweet and juicy.
• Nutritional value: Pusa Rudhira is high in antioxidants due to its high content of carotenoids and phenols.
• Adaptability: It is a tropical-type carrot that is tolerant to heat and diseases.
• Yield: The average yield is approximately 30 tonnes per hectare. 

Agronomic and culinary uses

• Harvest time: Roots are typically ready for harvest by mid-December.
• Soil and climate: It performs well in loamy, well-drained soils and requires at least 3-4 hours of sunlight per day.
• Culinary uses: It is versatile and suitable for fresh consumption, making juice, and cooking.
• Industrial uses: Its high antioxidant content makes it valuable for industrial applications.