Nunhems Devnur Deluxe is a high-yielding F1 hybrid chilli variety that is ideal for both fresh consumption and processing. It is a popular choice among farmers due to its early maturity, high yield potential, and excellent fruit quality.

Key Features:

Early maturity: The plants mature in just 65-75 days from transplanting, making them ideal for short-season crops.
High yield potential: The plants can produce up to 20-25 tons of fruits per acre.
Excellent fruit quality: The fruits are long and slender (12-14 cm long and 1.2-1.3 cm thick), with a deep red colour and a high capsaicin content (180 ASTA). They have a semi-wrinkled skin and a medium pungency.
Good disease resistance: The plants are resistant to several diseases, including bacterial wilt and anthracnose.
Good rejuvenation capacity: The plants can recover well after initial harvesting, allowing for multiple harvests throughout the season.

Benefits:

High-income potential: Due to its high yield potential and excellent fruit quality, Devnur Deluxe can be a profitable crop for farmers.
Low maintenance: The plants are relatively easy to grow and require minimal care.
Widely adaptable: Devnur Deluxe can be grown in a variety of climates and soil 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-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 Devnur Deluxe Chilli seeds in a well-drained seedbed with fertile soil.
Sow seeds thinly, about 2-3 cm apart.
Cover the seeds lightly with the soil.
Water the seedbed regularly and keep it moist.
Nunhems Devnur Deluxe Chilli Seedlings should emerge in 7-10 days.

Transplanting:

Transplant Nunhems Devnur Deluxe 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 Devnur Deluxe Chilli Chillies are ready for harvest when they reach full colour and size.
Ripe Nunhems Devnur Deluxe 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.
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 Devnur Deluxe 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.