New study reveals key traits for developing high-yield field pea varieties.
Field pea is an important crop in India, and researchers studied different traits to improve its productivity. They found that plant height, harvest index, and days to flowering are key factors for high yield. Traits like seed yield per plant are strongly linked to harvest index and seed weight. Biological yield and harvest index have the biggest impact on seed yield. By focusing on these traits, farmers can select the best field pea varieties for higher yields.