Monthly advisory of onion and garlic crop for the month of September 2025"Bhima Shakti, an attractive red onion variety with exceptional bulb storability developed by ICAR-DOGR, has revolutionized onion farming in Maharashtra and beyond. Recommended at the national level, it stands as a testament to agricultural innovation."
Recommended in the 2nd Annual Group Meeting of AINRPOG (2011) for cultivation across 13 states including Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar, Bhima Shakti has proven its versatility. It is suitable for rabi and late kharif seasons, maturing in 125-135 days.
The variety’s uniqueness lies in its uniform neck fall and immediate attainment of attractive red color after harvest. Furthermore, it offers robust field tolerance to thrips and foliar diseases, making it a favorite among progressive farmers.
Mr. Sandip C. Kokani
Group Leader of Sai Shetkari Mandal
Mr. Harish N. Valvi
Leader, Merali Yaha Shetkari Bachat Gat
Why Farmers Choose Bhima Shakti
Farmers have shown high interest in this variety due to its uniform neck fall, attractive red big-sized bulbs, and excellent storability (up to 6 months). This allows growers to wait for better market prices, often securing profits of Rs. 70,000-80,000 per acre regularly.
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