Sungro S-132 Gold Brinjal Seeds

Sungro S-132 Gold F1 Hybrid Brinjal Seeds

Sungro S-132 Gold is an F1 Hybrid Brinjal (Baingan / Eggplant) variety developed for commercial vegetable cultivation. It produces attractive green, elongated brinjal fruits with a marketable appearance and uniform fruit development.

The fruits generally measure approximately 16–18 cm in length and weigh around 90–110 grams under suitable growing conditions. The crop can begin its first harvest approximately 60–70 days after transplanting.

S-132 Gold is suitable for Rabi, Kharif and Summer cultivation according to regional growing conditions. The hybrid is also known for tolerance to bacterial wilt and suitability for long-distance transportation, making it useful for commercial farmers supplying fresh vegetable markets.

Product Specifications

Key Features

• F1 Hybrid Brinjal: Quality hybrid suitable for commercial green brinjal cultivation.
• Attractive Green Fruits: Produces appealing green fruits suitable for fresh vegetable markets.
• 16–18 cm Fruit Length: Develops elongated fruits approximately 16–18 cm long.
• 90–110 Gram Fruit Weight: Produces convenient marketable fruit size under suitable growing conditions.
• Early Marketability: First harvest generally begins approximately 60–70 days after transplanting.
• Bacterial Wilt Tolerance: The hybrid is known for tolerance to bacterial wilt.
• Transport Friendly: Suitable for handling and long-distance transportation when harvested and packed correctly.
• Multiple Season Cultivation: Suitable for Rabi, Kharif and Summer cultivation according to local climate.
• Fresh-Market Suitable: Good choice for local mandi, wholesale and retail vegetable supply.

Fruit Characteristics

Benefits of Sungro S-132 Gold Brinjal

• Produces attractive green marketable fruits.
• Uniform elongated fruit type.
• Fruit length approximately 16–18 cm.
• Average fruit weight approximately 90–110 grams.
• First harvest in approximately 60–70 days after transplanting.
• Tolerance to bacterial wilt.
• Suitable for transportation to distant markets.
• Suitable for commercial fresh-market cultivation.
• Can be grown in Rabi, Kharif and Summer seasons under suitable conditions.

Recommended Uses

• Commercial brinjal cultivation
• Fresh vegetable production
• Local mandi supply
• Wholesale vegetable markets
• Retail vegetable supply
• Long-distance market transportation
• Fresh household consumption
• Cooking and vegetable preparations

Recommended Growing Seasons

The exact nursery sowing and transplanting period should be adjusted according to local temperature, rainfall and regional crop recommendations.

Nursery Preparation

Brinjal is generally established by raising seedlings in a nursery before transplanting them into the main field.

1. Use healthy seeds from the original Sungro S-132 Gold packet.
2. Prepare raised nursery beds or suitable seedling trays.
3. Use clean, fertile and well-drained nursery media.
4. Sow seeds shallowly and uniformly.
5. Cover seeds lightly with fine soil or growing medium.
6. Maintain adequate moisture during germination.
7. Avoid excessive irrigation and waterlogging.
8. Protect young seedlings from insect pests and nursery diseases.
9. Select healthy and vigorous seedlings for transplanting.

Transplanting

Healthy brinjal seedlings are generally suitable for transplanting when they are well established. Standard brinjal cultivation guidance commonly recommends transplanting seedlings approximately 30–35 days after sowing.

Transplant seedlings carefully into the prepared field and provide irrigation immediately after transplanting where required.

Soil Requirements

Sungro S-132 Gold performs best in fertile, well-drained soil with adequate organic matter. Good drainage is especially important during rainy-season cultivation.

• Select fertile and well-drained agricultural soil.
• Avoid prolonged waterlogging.
• Add well-decomposed farmyard manure or compost.
• Use soil-test recommendations for nutrient planning.
• Maintain good soil structure for root development.

Field Preparation

1. Plough or cultivate the field thoroughly.
2. Remove weeds and previous crop residues.
3. Prepare the soil to a fine tilth.
4. Apply well-decomposed organic manure according to local recommendations.
5. Prepare ridges, furrows or raised beds depending on the irrigation system.
6. Ensure proper field drainage before transplanting.

Plant Spacing

Proper spacing helps provide adequate sunlight, ventilation and growing space. General hybrid brinjal recommendations commonly use spacing around 75 × 60 cm or 75 × 75 cm, although spacing should be adjusted according to local conditions and the current Sungro seed-packet recommendation.

Irrigation Management

• Irrigate immediately after transplanting where required.
• Maintain adequate moisture during plant establishment.
• Provide sufficient moisture during flowering and fruit development.
• Avoid severe moisture stress.
• Avoid excessive irrigation and prolonged standing water.
• Adjust irrigation according to soil type, season and rainfall.

Nutrient Management

Balanced nutrition supports healthy plant growth, flowering, fruit setting and continuous harvesting.

• Use well-decomposed organic manure during field preparation.
• Follow soil-test-based fertilizer recommendations.
• Apply nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium according to crop requirements.
• Use split nutrient applications where recommended.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen application.
• Correct micronutrient deficiencies based on soil or plant analysis.

Bacterial Wilt Tolerance

Sungro S-132 Gold is described as tolerant to bacterial wilt. This characteristic can be useful in regions where bacterial wilt pressure is a concern.

Disease tolerance does not mean complete immunity. Farmers should continue to use healthy seedlings, maintain good drainage, follow crop rotation where practical and adopt recommended disease-management practices.

Flowering & Fruit Setting

Maintain adequate moisture and balanced nutrition during flowering and fruit development. Severe water stress or nutrient imbalance may adversely affect flowering, fruit setting and marketable fruit quality.

Crop Protection

Regular crop monitoring is important throughout the brinjal growing period.

• Inspect leaves, shoots, flowers and fruits regularly.
• Monitor shoot and fruit borer activity.
• Monitor sucking pests such as aphids, jassids, thrips and whiteflies.
• Maintain good field sanitation.
• Remove severely damaged shoots and fruits where appropriate.
• Use pheromone traps where recommended.
• Use only crop-protection products registered for brinjal.
• Follow pesticide-label dosage and waiting-period instructions.

Weed Management

• Keep the field relatively weed-free during early crop growth.
• Remove weeds before they strongly compete with brinjal plants.
• Carry out shallow intercultural operations carefully.
• Use suitable mulch where recommended.

First Harvest

Sungro S-132 Gold generally begins its first harvest approximately 60–70 days after transplanting under suitable growing conditions.

Actual harvest timing can vary according to temperature, season, soil fertility, irrigation, nursery age and crop management.

Harvesting Tips

• Harvest fruits when they are tender and marketable.
• Select fruits with attractive green colour and good surface appearance.
• Avoid allowing fruits intended for fresh markets to become over-mature.
• Use a clean harvesting knife or suitable tool.
• Avoid damaging branches during fruit picking.
• Harvest regularly to maintain continued fruit production.

Long-Distance Transportation

S-132 Gold is promoted as suitable for long-distance transportation. Proper harvesting, grading and packaging are still important to maintain fruit quality during transit.

• Harvest fruits at the appropriate marketable stage.
• Avoid bruising and mechanical injury.
• Keep harvested fruits under shade.
• Remove damaged or diseased fruits before packing.
• Grade fruits according to size and quality.
• Use suitable ventilated crates or packaging during transport.

Why Choose Sungro S-132 Gold F1 Hybrid Brinjal?

• F1 Hybrid: Suitable for market-oriented commercial cultivation.
• Green Fruits: Attractive green fresh-market brinjal.
• Good Fruit Length: Approximately 16–18 cm.
• Marketable Weight: Approximately 90–110 grams per fruit.
• Early Harvest: Approximately 60–70 days after transplanting.
• Bacterial Wilt Tolerance: Useful disease-tolerance characteristic.
• Transport Suitable: Appropriate for distant vegetable markets.
• Multiple Seasons: Suitable for Rabi, Kharif and Summer cultivation.

Pack Information

Storage Instructions for Seeds

• Keep seeds in the original sealed packet until sowing.
• Store in a cool and dry place.
• Protect from direct sunlight, excessive heat and moisture.
• Keep seeds separately from pesticides and fertilizers.
• Keep out of reach of children and animals.
• Use seeds within the validity period printed on the original packet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sungro S-132 Gold?

Sungro S-132 Gold is an F1 Hybrid Brinjal variety producing attractive green fruits suitable for commercial fresh-market cultivation.

What is the fruit colour?

S-132 Gold produces green brinjal fruits.

What is the fruit length?

The fruits generally measure approximately 16–18 cm.

What is the average fruit weight?

The fruits generally weigh approximately 90–110 grams under suitable growing conditions.

When does S-132 Gold start harvesting?

The first harvest generally starts approximately 60–70 days after transplanting.

Is S-132 Gold tolerant to bacterial wilt?

Yes. Sungro/Mahyco describes S-132 Gold as tolerant to bacterial wilt. Normal disease-management practices should still be followed.

Is S-132 Gold suitable for long-distance transportation?

Yes. The variety is promoted as suitable for long-distance transport, provided fruits are harvested, graded and packed properly.

Which seasons are suitable for S-132 Gold?

The variety is listed for Rabi, Kharif and Summer cultivation according to appropriate local growing conditions.

Is Sungro S-132 Gold suitable for commercial farming?

Yes. Its green fruit type, marketable size, bacterial wilt tolerance and transport suitability make it useful for commercial fresh-market brinjal production.

What is the pack size?

The currently listed pack size is 10 grams.

Disclaimer

Seed performance, germination, first-harvest timing, fruit size, fruit weight, disease response and yield may vary according to climate, soil type, season, irrigation, plant population, nutrition and overall crop-management practices. Always follow the latest instructions and specifications printed on the original Sungro S-132 Gold seed packet.