Nunhems Armour F1 is a high-yielding, early-maturing hybrid chilli variety from Nunhems. It is ideal for both fresh and dry chilli cultivation. It is a popular choice among farmers due to its early maturity, high yield potential, and excellent fruit quality.

Key Features:

High yield: Armour F1 has a very high yield potential. It can produce up to 75000-80000 kg/ha of dry chillies.
Early maturity: Armour F1 matures in just 80-90 days after transplanting.
Excellent red colour: Armour F1 produces chillies with excellent red colour.
High pungency: Armour F1 has a pungency level of 70000-75000 SHU.
Semi-erect plant structure: Armour F1 has a semi-erect plant structure that is easy to manage.
Intermediate resistance to Leaf Curl Virus: Armour F1 has intermediate resistance to Leaf Curl Virus, which is a major disease of chillies.

Benefits:

High profitability: Armour F1's high yield and early maturity potential can lead to high profits for farmers.
Excellent marketability: Armour F1's excellent red colour and high pungency make it highly marketable.
Easy to manage: Armour F1's semi-erect plant structure makes it easy to manage and harvest.
Wide adaptability: Armour F1 can be grown in a wide range of soil and climatic conditions.

Land Preparation:

Number of ploughings: 2-3 ploughings are generally recommended to achieve a fine tilth.
Depth of ploughing: The first ploughing should be deep (18-20 cm) to break the hardpan and improve drainage. Subsequent ploughings can be shallower (10-12 cm).
Timing: Ploughing is best done during the summer months (April-May) to allow the soil to dry and aerate.
Moisture content: Ideally, the soil should have moderate moisture content during ploughing. Avoid ploughing when the soil is too wet or dry.
After ploughing, remove all weeds, stones, and other debris from the field. This will prevent competition for resources and facilitate smooth land levelling.
Incorporate well-decomposed farmyard manure (FYM) or compost at 15-20 tons per acre at the time of final ploughing. This improves soil fertility, water-holdingwater-holding capacity, and soil structure.

Incorporate well-decomposed farmyard manure (FYM) or compost at 15-20 tons per acre at the time of final ploughing. This improves soil fertility, water holding capacity, and soil structure.
Apply a basal dose of fertilizers based on soil test recommendations. A general recommendation is 40 kg nitrogen, 60 kg phosphorus, and 40 kg potassium per acre.

Sowing

Sow Nunhems Armour Chilli seeds in a well-drained seedbed with fertile soil.
Sow seeds thinly, about 2-3 cm apart.
Cover the seeds lightly with soil.
Water the seedbed regularly and keep it moist.
Chilli Seedlings should emerge in 7-10 days.

Transplanting:

Transplant Chilli seedlings to the field when they are 4-5 weeks old and have 4-5 true leaves.
Harden off seedlings for a week before transplanting by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions.
Prepare the field by tilling, levelling, and making planting holes.
Space the plants 45-60 cm apart in rows that are 60-75 cm apart.
Make sure the roots are not bent when planting.
Water the plants thoroughly after transplanting.

Harvesting:

Nunhems Armour Chilli Chillies are ready for harvest when they reach full colour and size.
Ripe Nunhems Armour Chilli
Use sharp scissors or pruners to harvest the chillies.
Cut the stem about 1 cm above the fruit.
Harvest chillies regularly, as this will encourage further fruiting.

Storage:

Fresh Chilli can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Armour F1 Hybrid Chilli stored in refrigerator
Wash chillies gently before storing them.
Place Chillis in a plastic bag and remove as much air as possible.
Alternatively, chillies can be dried or frozen for longer storage.

Drying of Nunhems Armour Chilli:

Wash chillies and remove stems.
Slice chillies into thin strips or leave them whole.
Spread chillies on a clean drying rack or trays in a well-ventilated area.
Drying chillies
Turn chillies regularly to ensure even drying.
Chillies are dry when they are brittle and break easily.