Evaluation of Kenaf Varieties for Growth and Yield Characteristics

Abstract

The experiment was conducted during the 2023 rainy season at two locations; Faculty of Agriculture Research Farm, Federal University Dutse and Bauchi State University, Gadau. The experiments were laid in randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications. The result showed that, white variety (yar fara) is superior to the other variety by having the best growth parameters such as plant height (166.6cm), number of leaves (116). White variety (yar fara) also attained 50% flowering (81 days) earlier than the other variety. Black variety (yar baka), had higher fresh weight of leaves (360g), dry weight of leaves (155.3g), fibre yield per plant (911g) and fibre yield per hectare (5.29t). For better yield of fibre, black variety (yar baka) is recommended to be cultivated.