Pusa Chetki is a popular, fast-growing variety of white radish (mooli) developed by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI). It is highly prized for its crisp, mildly pungent flavor and is ready to harvest in just 35 to 55 days.

• Root Characteristics: Pure white, long (15–25 cm), smooth, and cylindrical.
• Flavor: Crisp, tender, and slightly sweet with mild pungency.
• Maturity Time: 30 to 55 days from sowing.
• Key Benefit: It is highly resistant to bolting, making it exceptionally well-suited for summer and monsoon cultivation. 

Growing Guide

• Ideal Climate: Thrives in temperatures between 15°C and 25°C.
• Sowing Season: Can be grown year-round in Southern and Western India. In Northern and Central India, it is best sown from mid-March to August (pre-kharif, kharif, and early rabi).
• Soil: Well-drained sandy loam soil rich in organic matter (pH 5.8 to 6.8).
• Sunlight: Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.