?OPTIMUM IRRIGATION SCHEDULING FOR CRIS-9, A NEW COTTON VARIETY OF SINDH IN SAKRAND CONDITIONS

?Short Communication

Abstract

The genetic yield potential of today's cotton plant is at least
five and probably close to ten times the average yields we
obtain each year. The primary cause of potential yield
reduction is the unfavourable physical environment, includ-
ing radiation, temperature and water supply. Water stress
from excess water is a greater problem to stand establishment
and seedling survival than is limited water supplies. However,
the emphasis is nowadays on short season cotton production
with the release of new higher yielding and early maturing
varieties. Therefore there is need for more information about
initial irrigation and frequency of irrigation.