About Armour f1 Hybrid Chilli BASF Armour F1 Hybrid Chilli is a hybrid chilli seed variety used for fresh and dry chilli cultivation, helping farmers produce high-pungency fruits with good colour retention during storage. For areas facing Leaf Curl Virus pressure, this variety provides practical support with intermediate resistance under proper crop management. BASF Armour F1 Hybrid Chilli seeds is useful for farmers looking for a reliable chilli variety for Kharif, Rabi, and Summer cultivation across India.Armour is a chilli variety introduced by Nunhems after the strong impact of Leaf Curl Virus on chilli cultivation in 2014. The variety was developed with inputs from the breeding community and tested in major chilli markets such as Indore, Guntur, Warangal, Nashik, and Nagpur.Armour chilli seeds are suitable for dry and fresh chilli cultivation. It has a semi-erect plant structure, a high pungency level, and intermediate resistance to Leaf Curl Virus. Armour chilli variety details were commercially launched in 2019 and gained acceptance among farmers and traders due to its strong input and output qualities.Key Features and Benefits Semi-erect plant structure Armour chilli has a high pungency level Intermediate resistance to Leaf Curl Virus Armour chilli is Suitable for dry and fresh chilli cultivation ASTA value of 80 to 90 Pungency level of 70000 to 75000 SHU Good colour retention capacity during cold storage Pungency remains intact over a period of time in cold storage Tested in major chilli cultivation markets of India Trusted by farmers and value chain customers after commercial launch BASF Armour Chilli Characteristics Category Details Plant Structure Semi-erect plant structure Suitability Armour F1 Hybrid chilli seeds are suitable for chilli cultivation in key growing regions Special Feature Developed for areas affected by Leaf Curl Virus pressure ASTA Value 80–90 Pungency 70000–75000 SHU Usage Suitable for dry and fresh chilli cultivation Colour Retention Excellent colour retention during cold storage Pungency Retention Pungency remains intact over time in cold storage Recommended Season & States Season States KHARIF / RABI / SUMMER ALL STATES OF INDIA Armour f1 Hybrid Chilli Expert Advice“Farmers prefer this variety for its superior fruit quality, attractive fruit colour, high pungency, tolerance to Leaf Curl Virus, suitability for both fresh and dry chilli cultivation, excellent colour retention during storage, and high yield potential...” - BigHaat Agronomy ExpertDisclaimer: The above information is provided for reference purposes only. Always follow the recommended guidelines mentioned on the product label and leaflet for best results.
