BJRI Tossa-5
Variety: BJRI Tossa-5
Popular/local name: O-795 (Lal Tossa)
Main Features of the Variety
Developed by | Bangladesh Jute Research Institute, Bangladesh |
Method of development/origin | Uganda Red ×O-4 |
Year of release | 2008 |
Main characteristics | Less photosensitive variety, wider adaptability with fine golden fiber, deep red to light red color present in stem, stipule, leaf petiole, leaf margin reddish in color, Ovate lanceolate leaf, bluish green seed. |
Planting season and time | 2nd week of March to Mid- May |
Harvesting time/Days to maturity | 120 |
Yield(t/ha) | Fiber yield 4.52 t/ha |
Resistance/tolerance | Moderately resistant to disease and insect |