09/01/2026
Valentena offers purple curds (1-2 kg), high anthocyanin for antioxidants, excellent self-cover, and matures in 75-85 days in cool climates.
Carotena delivers compact yellow dome-shaped curds (1-2 kg), rich in carotenoids and Vitamin A, with strong plant vigor suited for Rabi season across states like Haryana.
Performance ComparisonField trials in Assam showed Valentena outperforming
Carotena in growth (86 cm height, 24 leaves/plant) and yield (144 q/ha curd, B:C ratio 3.12 vs. Carotena's 117 q/ha and 2.59).Why Grow Them? These Syngenta hybrids combat hidden hunger, boost farmer returns, and appeal to premium markets—perfect for polyhouse or open-field in North India.
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