Mungbean variety response to irrigation regime – Narrabri 2013–14

Abstract

Key findings • Results show differences in agronomic characteristics and grain quality between current industry genotypes. Difficulties with irrigation and harvest timing have compromised results. Yields in particular in this experiment do not demonstrate a true reflection of the genetic potential of varieties in this experiment. • In other studies, Jade‑AU [PBR] (released in 2013), has demonstrated improvement over the now outclassed Crystal [PBR] in the areas of yield, seed size and plant morphology in this experiment. With its superior combined suite of disease resistance it is currently the most functional variety available to the industry. • Celera II‑AU [PBR] released in 2014 has extended the range of varietal maturities available, being the quickest to flower and reach physiological maturity. It remains the industry standard, rated moderately resistant (MR) to halo blight. Of all varieties in this experiment, it was the most negatively impacted. Results do not show a true reflection of its genetic potential.