BJRI Tossa-2
Variety: BJRI Tossa-2
Popular/local name: OM-9897(Falguni Tossa)
Main Features of the Variety
| Developed by | Bangladesh Jute Research Institute, Bangladesh |
| Method of development/origin | O-5×BZ-5 |
| Year of release | 1987 |
| Main characteristics | Less photosensitive early growing variety, full green plant, ovate lanceolate leaf and bluish green seed. Early seeding, non-shattering fruit, first growing with maximum height. Field duration 120-130 days for fiber. |
| Planting season and time | Third week of March to Mid – May |
| Harvesting time/Days to maturity | 120 |
| Yield(t/ha) | Fiber yield 4.67 t/ha |
| Resistance/tolerance | Moderately resistant to disease and insect |