Seeds
Cotton Bollgard II
Krisha
Formulation
Key Ingredients & Composition
Variety: Bollgard II Hybrid Cotton
- Bt Gene Stack: Cry1Ac + Cry2Ab
- Trait: Resistance to major bollworm species
Product Overview
Krisha is Agvanta's premium Bollgard II (BG II) hybrid cotton variety offering outstanding resistance to bollworm pests through its dual Bt gene stack (Cry1Ac + Cry2Ab). Developed for high yield potential and excellent fibre quality, Krisha is bred for adaptation to the cotton-growing belts of Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Telangana. It provides outstanding protection against American Bollworm, Spotted Bollworm, and Pink Bollworm — reducing insecticide applications and lowering cost of cultivation.
Key Benefits
Dual Bt gene protection (Cry1Ac + Cry2Ab) against American, Spotted, and Pink Bollworm
High boll weight and superior lint percentage
Good fibre quality — suitable for premium textile market requirements
Vigorous plant with good canopy and boll distribution
Reduces bollworm-related insecticide applications by up to 70%
Adapted to black cotton soils of central and western India
Suitable for irrigated and semi-irrigated cultivation
Specifications
| Product Name | Krisha |
| Category | Seeds – Cotton Bollgard II |
| Crop | Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum) |
| Bt Technology | Bollgard II (Cry1Ac + Cry2Ab) |
| Season | Kharif |
| Sowing Time | May – June |
| Seed Rate | 750 g – 1 kg/acre |
| Row Spacing | 90 cm × 60 cm |
| Maturity | 160–180 days |
| Key States | Gujarat, Maharashtra, Telangana, Karnataka |
Usage Guidance
For optimal performance, apply as per recommended agronomic practices. Dosage and timing vary by crop stage and regional soil conditions. Consult our digital advisory for a tailored application schedule.
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