Groundnut - VRI 8
| Groundnut - VRI 8 |
| Year of release | 2016 |
| Parentage | Cross derivative of – ALR 3 x AK 303 |
| Duration | 105 - 110 days |
| Season | Chithiraipattam, Margazhipattam, Anippattam, Thaippattam, Ayppasipattam, Adippattam, Purattasipattam, Karthigaipattam |
| Average yield (kg /ha) | Rainfed – 2130 – Irrigated - 2700 |
| Growth habit | Bunch |
| Oil Content (%) | 49.0 |
| Salient Features | Medium bold kernel suitable for confectionary/table purpose. Moderately resistant to sucking pest, defoliators and foliar fungal diseases. |