• NSC Wheat DBW 377, officially known as Karan Bold, is a high-yielding, early-maturing bread wheat variety developed by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Wheat and Barley Research (IIWBR) in Karnal. Released in 2024, it is specifically designed for irrigated, early-sown conditions in the Central Zone of India, offering superior performance compared to older popular varieties.

 Key Performance & Yield Characteristics

• Yield Potential: It features a maximum yield potential of 86.4 quintals per hectare (q/ha) under optimal conditions, with a stable mean average yield of 63.9 q/ha.
• Crop Duration: It is an early to medium duration crop that matures within 110 to 135 days.
• Grain Profile: Produces bold, lustrous, and large grains featuring a high 1,000-grain weight of 48 to 50 grams.
• Nutritional Value: Offers a rich protein content of 11.7%, along with superior chapati-making qualities (scored 7.7/10) and high baking/biscuit spread factors.

Cultivation & Sowing Guidelines

• Recommended Regions: Cultivation is highly certified for the Central Zone, covering Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat the Jhansi division of Uttar Pradesh, and the Kota and Udaipur divisions of Rajasthan.

• Optimal Sowing Window: Ideally sown early in the season, primarily between November 1 to November 10.
• Seed Rate: Requires approximately 100 kg of seeds per hectare