DBW 222 Wheat Variety – Reliable, High-Yielding & Farmer-Friendly 

🔬 Origin & Development

DBW 222 (Triticum aestivum), also commonly known as Karnal Wheat 222 or High-Yield Wheat 222, is a high-yielding wheat variety developed by the Directorate of Wheat Research (DWR), Karnal, Haryana, India. This variety was bred with a focus on productivity, adaptability, and resilience for Indian farming conditions.

🌱 Varietal Highlights

• Scientific Name: Triticum aestivum (DBW 222)

• Common Names: Karnal Wheat 222, High-Yield Wheat 222 🌟

• Type: High-yielding irrigated wheat variety

• Best Use: Ideal for timely sown irrigated conditions 🌞

📊 Agricultural Characteristics

1️⃣ Irrigation Requirements 💧

DBW 222 performs best under moderate irrigation. It requires water at critical stages—crown root initiation, booting, heading, and grain filling—for optimal growth and maximum yield.

2️⃣ Growth Cycle 🌱

• Crop Duration: 120–125 days from sowing to harvest

• Plant Type: Medium height, sturdy stems, high tillering capacity

• Growth Strength: Balanced vegetative and reproductive growth ensures stability in yields

3️⃣ Yield Potential 🌾

This variety is known for its excellent productivity, producing bold, amber-colored grains suitable for milling and commercial grain markets.

4️⃣ Climate Adaptability 🌍

DBW 222 is highly adaptable to northern Indian plains and irrigated zones. It tolerates moderate climatic variations, giving farmers confidence in diverse conditions.

🌟 Technical Specifications

• Plant Height: Medium – easy harvest handling

• Tillering Capacity: High, creating dense crop stands

• Grain Color: Amber/Golden 🌟

• Grain Size & Texture: Bold, uniform, and market-preferred

🚜 Why Farmers Prefer DBW 222

• ✅ Consistently high yield potential

• ✅ Strong adaptability to irrigated wheat belts

• ✅ Moderate water needs with efficient irrigation use

• ✅ Good disease resistance and reduced crop loss

• ✅ Bold grains with strong market demand 🌾

🏞️ Recommended Growing Regions

• Northern Indian Plains

• Irrigated wheat-growing regions

• Moderate rainfall areas with assured irrigation

💯 The Farmer’s Advantage

With Karnal Wheat 222 (DBW 222), farmers benefit from high yields, reliable performance, and bold grain quality. Its 120–125 day crop cycle, moderate irrigation needs, and adaptability make it one of the most profitable wheat choices today. 🌾🚜

👉 DBW 222 – A Wheat Variety That Balances Yield, Strength & Quality! 🌟