The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has developed a new wheat variety called ‘HD 3226’ that can withstand high temperatures.
HD 3226 Wheat
- The wheat, known as “HD 3226,” was created specifically for cultivation in India’s northwest region, where temperatures can reach 42 degrees Celsius.
- This variety took ICAR ten years to develop.
- It was created specifically for cultivation in India’s northwest region.
HD 3226 Wheat Benefits
- Resistant to heat stress: According to reports, the HD 3226 wheat variety is more resistant to heat stress than other wheat varieties.
- Increased yields: In high-temperature conditions, the HD 3226 wheat variety can produce up to 12-15% higher yields.
Significance
- The development of this new wheat variety is especially important given the region’s increasing frequency of heatwaves as a result of climate change.
- Farmers are finding it more difficult to grow crops as temperatures rise.
Approval from the government and availability
- The HD 3226 wheat variety has now been submitted for approval to the Indian government.
- Farmers should be able to use it in the coming years if it is approved.
Source: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/344591908_HD3226