- Nsc Turnip Variety- Pusa turnip varieties are high-yielding cultivars developed by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) in New Delhi, bred specifically for adaptability to Indian climatic conditions.
Key Pusa Turnip Varieties
- Pusa White Globe (PTWG): Features white, globular roots with crisp, tender, and mildly flavored white flesh. It matures in 45–60 days and is ideal for the northern plains during the cooler months (September–December).
- Pusa Sweti: An extra-early maturing variety (ready in 40–50 days) producing smooth, attractive, pure white roots suited for October plantings in plains.
- Pusa Chandrima: Produces medium-to-large, nearly globular roots with smooth, pure white skin and fine-grained, sweet flesh.
- Pusa Kanchan: A unique selection derived from a cross between an Asiatic red type and a European golden ball type. It features red skin with creamy-yellow, flavorful flesh.
- Pusa Swarnima: Yields flattish-round roots with a creamy-yellow skin and pale amber-colored flesh possessing a fine texture.