Context

• Last month, German agrochemicals major Bayer commercially launched first-ever yellow watermelon variety called “Yellow Gold 48” in India.

About Yellow Watermelon

• Yellow watermelon has been developed from superior germplasm.
• It has dark green rind with slight stripes and orange yellow flesh colour. Average weight of the fruit is 2.5 -3 kg.
• Yellow Gold 48 have enhanced yield potential, better disease & pest tolerance and higher returns which can benefit watermelon growers.
• Yellow Gold 48 variety is best suited for cultivation during October to February.
• Harvest can be done from April onwards.

Significance

• Yellow Gold 48 is having high yield and income potential that will empower watermelon growers to diversify into new categories.
• It will also help in growing demand for exotic fruits.

https://www.livemint.com/industry/agriculture/yellow-watermelon-variety-introduced-by-bayer-in-india-11624287647051.html

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