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Syngenta RED CHIEF Watermelon – High-Yield Capsule Fruit for Commercial Farms
Sweet, transport-stable fruits with resilient agronomy
RED CHIEF is a premium watermelon hybrid developed by Syngenta for Indian climates. Known for capsule-shaped fruits weighing 3–4 kg and sweetness levels between 12–14%, this variety performs consistently across diverse regions. It delivers high yields, strong disease tolerance, and extended shelf life — ideal for long-distance distribution.
Field & Agronomy Guidance:
- Seed Rate: 300–350 gm/acre
- Plant Population: 5000–6000 plants/acre
- Sowing: Direct or transplant method; seedlings at 4-leaf stage (20 days old)
- Spacing: Single row – 120×30 cm | Double row – 240×30 cm
- Basal Fertilizer: 8–10 MT FYM + 1 kg Trichoderma per acre for soil health
Fertilizer Schedule (Total NPK 80:100:120 kg/acre):
- Basal: 50% N + 100% P & K
- Top Dressings: 25% N at 30 days, remaining 25% at 50 days
Disease & Pest Control:
- Diseases: Damping-off, Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, Wilt, Anthracnose
- Pests: Leaf miner, thrips, fruit flies
- Avoid spraying during flowering (25–45 days) to protect pollinators
Harvesting Indicators:
- Physiological maturity at 75–80 days
- Dry tendril on vine, dull fruit surface, hollow/metallic sound upon tapping
- Post-harvest: Avoid sun exposure to prevent sun-scald
Specifications:
- Form: Hybrid Watermelon Seeds
- Pack Sizes: 47 gm & 94 gm
- Country of Manufacture: India
Keywords: Syngenta RED CHIEF watermelon seed, capsule-shaped fruit, hybrid summer watermelon, sweet high-yield melon, commercial watermelon India
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