Kern 464 Peas Seeds – Sweet Green Matar Seeds

Kern 464 Peas Seeds

Kern 464 Peas Seeds are an open-pollinated green pea variety developed for fresh Matar production. The variety produces medium-tall, well-branched plants with green, tender and sweet pods containing approximately 9–10 seeds per pod.

Kern 464 is suitable for Rabi-season pea cultivation and is known for multiple pickings. Under suitable crop-management conditions, the variety can provide around 3–4 harvests and is listed as tolerant to powdery mildew.

Product Specifications

Key Features

• Open-Pollinated Variety: Kern 464 is an OP pea variety.
• Medium-Tall Plants: Develops well-branched plants suitable for productive pea cultivation.
• Sweet Green Pods: Produces tender and sweet green pods.
• 9–10 Seeds per Pod: Each pod generally contains approximately 9–10 peas.
• 3–4 Harvests: Multiple pod pickings are possible under suitable crop management.
• Powdery Mildew Tolerance: Listed as tolerant to powdery mildew.
• Rabi Variety: Suitable for October–November sowing in India.
• Fresh Market Use: Suitable for fresh green pea production.

Benefits

• Produces tender and sweet green pea pods.
• Good number of seeds per pod.
• Multiple harvesting potential.
• Suitable for commercial vegetable cultivation.
• Powdery mildew tolerance supports crop performance.
• Suitable for fresh market and household consumption.
• Open-pollinated seed variety.

Suitable Uses

• Commercial green pea cultivation
• Fresh Matar production
• Local mandi supply
• Wholesale vegetable markets
• Retail fresh vegetable supply
• Farm cultivation

Recommended Sowing Season

For Rabi cultivation in India, Kern 464 Peas are recommended for sowing during October–November.

Field Preparation

1. Select fertile and well-drained land.
2. Remove weeds and previous crop residues.
3. Prepare a loose and reasonably fine seedbed.
4. Break large soil clods.
5. Ensure good drainage before sowing.
6. Prepare suitable rows according to field conditions.

Sowing Method

1. Use healthy Kern 464 seeds.
2. Sow seeds directly in prepared rows.
3. Maintain a sowing depth of approximately 3–5 cm.
4. Maintain approximately 15–20 cm spacing between plants.
5. Cover seeds properly with soil.
6. Provide adequate moisture for uniform germination.

Soil Requirements

• Loamy soil is preferred.
• Soil should be fertile and well drained.
• Preferred pH is approximately 6.0–7.5.
• Avoid prolonged waterlogging.
• Avoid highly saline soil.
• Avoid heavily compacted soil.

Sunlight Requirements

Kern 464 Peas should receive full sunlight. Approximately 6 hours or more of direct sunlight is recommended for healthy crop development.

Irrigation Management

• Maintain adequate moisture during seed germination.
• Provide regular irrigation according to soil and weather conditions.
• During vegetative growth, irrigation may be required approximately every 7–10 days depending on conditions.
• During flowering and pod filling, moisture demand increases and irrigation intervals may shorten.
• Avoid moisture stress during germination, flowering and pod setting.
• Avoid prolonged water stagnation.

Nutrient Management

Use fertilizer according to soil-test results and local agricultural recommendations. Peas are legumes, so balanced nutrition and appropriate nitrogen management are important.

• Use well-decomposed organic manure where recommended.
• Follow soil-test-based nutrient recommendations.
• Maintain balanced phosphorus and potassium nutrition.
• Avoid unnecessary or excessive fertilizer application.

Weed Management

• Keep the crop relatively weed-free during early establishment.
• Carry out the first weed-management operation around 20–25 days after sowing where required.
• A second operation may be carried out around 40–45 days after sowing depending on field conditions.
• Use only registered herbicides according to label and local recommendations when chemical weed control is required.

Disease Tolerance

Kern 464 is listed as tolerant to powdery mildew. Disease tolerance does not mean complete immunity, so regular crop monitoring and appropriate field management are still recommended.

Crop Protection

• Monitor the crop regularly for insect pests.
• Inspect foliage for disease symptoms.
• Maintain good field sanitation.
• Use crop rotation and other Integrated Pest Management practices.
• Use only registered crop-protection products according to their label instructions.

Maturity & Harvesting

For fresh pea production, Kern 464 can generally reach harvesting stage in approximately 60–70 days after sowing. For processing or storage purposes, harvesting may extend to approximately 75–80 days.

The variety can provide approximately 3–4 harvests under suitable growing conditions.

How to Harvest?

1. Inspect pods regularly once they begin filling.
2. Harvest when pods are green, tender and properly filled.
3. Pick pods carefully by hand to avoid damaging plants.
4. Continue additional pickings as pods reach marketable stage.
5. Sort and grade harvested pods.
6. Keep harvested produce under shade and market promptly.

Pod Characteristics

Post-Harvest Handling

• Keep fresh pea pods away from direct sunlight.
• Remove damaged or diseased pods.
• Sort and grade according to size and quality.
• Handle gently to preserve pod quality.
• Use suitable ventilated packaging.
• Move harvested peas to market or cooling facilities promptly.

Why Choose Kern 464 Peas Seeds?

• OP Variety: Open-pollinated Kern 464 pea seeds.
• Sweet Pods: Tender and sweet green pea pods.
• 9–10 Seeds: Good number of peas per pod.
• Multiple Pickings: Approximately 3–4 harvests.
• Powdery Mildew Tolerance: Useful varietal disease characteristic.
• Rabi Suitable: Recommended for October–November sowing in India.
• Commercial Use: Suitable for fresh green pea production.

Storage Instructions for Seeds

• Keep unused seed in its original sealed packet.
• Store in a cool and dry place.
• Protect from excess heat, sunlight and moisture.
• Keep away from fertilizers and pesticides.
• Keep out of reach of children and animals.
• Use within the validity period printed on the original packet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kern 464?

Kern 464 is an open-pollinated green pea / Matar seed variety from Kern Seedtech.

Is Kern 464 an F1 hybrid?

No. Kern Seedtech identifies Kern 464 as an open-pollinated (OP) variety.

How many seeds are found in each pod?

Each sweet green pod generally contains approximately 9–10 seeds.

How many times can Kern 464 be harvested?

The variety is listed for approximately 3–4 harvests.

What disease tolerance does Kern 464 have?

Kern 464 is listed as tolerant to powdery mildew.

When should Kern 464 be sown?

For the Rabi crop in India, the recommended sowing period is generally October–November.

How deep should the seeds be sown?

Seeds can be sown approximately 3–5 cm deep.

What spacing should be maintained?

The current Kern Seedtech recommendation lists approximately 15–20 cm spacing.

How long does Kern 464 take to mature?

Fresh harvesting generally begins at around 60–70 days after sowing under suitable conditions.

What soil is suitable?

Fertile, well-drained loamy soil with approximately pH 6.0–7.5 is preferred.

Disclaimer

Germination, plant growth, maturity, pod quality, disease tolerance and yield can vary depending on seed lot, climate, soil, sowing time, irrigation, nutrition and overall crop management. Always follow the latest instructions printed on the original Kern 464 Peas Seeds packet and local agricultural recommendations.