(a) whether the scientists at Sugarcane Research Station (SRS) Cuddalore in Tamil Nadu who have developed a high yielding Sugarcane variety (COC(SC)22);
(b) if so, the views of the Government on this sugarcane variety;
(c) whether this variety will suit to soil sand consume less water; and
(d) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI KANTILAL BHURIA)
(a) Yes, Sir.
(b) The Variety Release Committee of the State Government of Tamil Nadu has released this variety for cultivation by the farmers.
(c) According to the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, the variety is suited for sandy loam and clay soils; is drought tolerant and consumes less water.
(d) The variety is mid-late in maturity with 330-360 days crop duration. It is moderately resistant to red rot, suitable for ratoon crop, and provides good quality of jaggery.