Armita (NCS-2778 BG-II) is a compact, early-maturing cotton hybrid, ideal for rainfed and high-density planting systems, particularly suited for peninsular India climate conditions.
Key Features
Early maturity—150–170 days duration
Compact growth habit—ideal for dense row spacing (80 cm × 20 cm)
Moderate boll weight (3.0–4.5 g); yield potential of 25–28 quintals/ha
Long staple fiber (25–27.5 mm) with good strength (~20.6 g/tex)
Ginning percentage: 34–36%
High tolerance to thrips and whiteflies; moderate tolerance to jassids
Strong performance under rainfed conditions in Telangana sandy loam soils
Recommended Agronomics
Sowing rate: ~7.5 kg per hectare
Ideal spacing: 80 cm × 20 cm to support high-density planting
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