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NUA45

NUA45

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NUA45 is a large seeded red mottled sugar bean variety that grows well across Zimbabwe. With a maturity period of 80-85 days, this drought tolerant variety offers excellent adaptability to various growing conditions. NUA45 exhibits a high level of tolerance to common bean rust and bacterial blight, making it a reliable choice for farmers seeking consistent yields.

Key Features

  • Large seeded red mottled variety
  • Drought tolerant
  • Grows well across Zimbabwe
  • High tolerance to common bean rust and bacterial blight
  • Early maturing (80-85 days)

Maturity Period

80-85 days

Yield Potential

Up to 3t/ha

Suitable Regions

All regions of Zimbabwe, Various ecological zones

Category

sugarbeans

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Sugar Bean Growing Recommendations

Planting Guidelines for Sugar Beans

  • •Optimal planting time: December to January
  • •Planting depth: 3-5 cm in heavy soils, 4-6 cm in light soils
  • •Row spacing: 45-60 cm between rows, 5-10 cm within rows
  • •Seeding rate: 50-80 kg/ha depending on seed size
  • •Plant population: 200,000-250,000 plants per hectare

Soil & Fertilizer Requirements

  • •Prefers well-drained sandy loam to clay loam soils
  • •Ideal soil pH: 5.5-7.0 (tolerates slightly acidic soils)
  • •Basal fertilizer: Compound D (200-300 kg/ha) at planting
  • •Top dressing: Ammonium nitrate (100-150 kg/ha) at flowering
  • •Responds well to phosphorus and potassium application

Harvest & Post-Harvest

  • •Harvest when pods are dry and rattle when shaken
  • •Harvest moisture content: 15-18%
  • •Dry to 12-13% moisture for storage
  • •Store in cool, dry conditions to prevent insect damage
  • •Treat stored beans with appropriate protectants

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