Sow Garlic in October: 8 High-Yield Varieties Can Produce Up to 200 Quintals per Hectare

Krishi Dunia

• 23 Oct, 2025 03:00 PM IST ,
• Updated Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:01 PM

Garlic is considered a highly profitable crop for farmers. October is the ideal month for garlic planting, as the weather is neither too cold nor too hot, which promotes rapid bulb growth. By sowing the right varieties at this time, farmers can achieve yields of up to 200 quintals per hectare.

Why Plant Garlic in October?

Experts recommend sowing garlic when there is a balanced combination of moisture and mild cold. October provides these optimal conditions, ensuring that garlic bulbs develop strong, large cloves, ultimately increasing production.

8 High-Yield Garlic Varieties

1. Type 56-4
   Developed by Punjab Agricultural University, this variety has small white bulbs with 25–34 cloves per bulb. Farmers can achieve 150–200 quintals per hectare.
2. Co.2
   Developed by Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, this white bulb variety is disease-tolerant and ensures consistent yields.
3. IC 49381
   Developed by ICAR, this variety matures in 160–180 days and is known for high-quality, high-yield production.
4. Solan
   Developed by Himachal Pradesh Agricultural University, this variety has broad, dark-green leaves. Each bulb produces 4 large cloves and is famous for higher yields.
5. Agri Found White (41G)
   Recommended under the All India Coordinated Vegetable Improvement Project for cultivation in Maharashtra, MP, Gujarat, and Karnataka. Matures in 150–160 days, yielding 130–140 quintals per hectare.
6. Yamuna White (G-1)
   Suitable for cultivation across India, this variety matures in 150–160 days and gives 150–175 quintals per hectare.
7. Yamuna White-2 (G-50)
   Resistant to blight and purple blotch, making it a strong option for MP farmers. Matures in 160–170 days, yielding 150–155 quintals per hectare.
8. G-282
   Large white bulbs with early maturity in 140–150 days, producing 175–200 quintals per hectare.

Benefits for Farmers

These advanced garlic varieties are disease-resistant and climate-resilient, providing higher yields and superior quality, which translates into better market prices.

Conclusion

By sowing the right garlic variety in October, farmers can achieve excellent profits. With low cultivation costs and high yields, garlic continues to be a highly rewarding crop for agricultural producers.