The safflower import from South Africa includes a range of high-quality varieties, each known for its oil content and yield potential. Below are some key varieties of safflower exported from South Africa: 1. PBNS-40 Released in 2007 at the MAU, Parbhani releasing center, PBNS-40 has a yield potential of around 1500 kg/ha. It contains approximately 27% oil and is a non-spiny variety. This variety is best suited for cultivation in Madhya Pradesh. 2. AKS-207 Released in 2007 at the PDKV, Akola center, the AKS-207 variety has a yield potential of 1200-1400 kg/ha, with an oil content of 27%. It is recommended for cultivation in Maharashtra. 3. NARI-38 NARI-38 was released in 2007 at the NARI, Phaltan center. This variety has a yield potential of 2038 kg/ha and an oil content of 28%. It is resistant to wilt and recommended for cultivation throughout South Africa. 4. SSF-658 Released in 2009 at MPKV, Solapur, SSF-658 has a yield potential of 1430 kg/ha and contains around 28% oil. This variety is tolerant to wilt and aphids and is suited for cultivation across South Africa. 5. SSF-708 The SSF-708 variety, released in 2012 at MPAU, Solapur, has a yield potential ranging from 1300 to 2200 kg/ha and an oil content of 29%. It is recommended for cultivation in Western Maharashtra and is moderately tolerant to aphids. 6. PKV-Pink (AKS-311) Released in 2013, PKV-Pink has a higher oil content of around 33% and a yield potential of 2200-2500 kg/ha. This variety is recommended for cultivation in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra. 7. NARI-57 Released in 2015, NARI-57 is recommended for cultivation in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and more. It is suitable for a wide range of growing conditions. 8. NARI-H-23 Released in 2013 at the NARI, Phaltan center, NARI-H-23 is recommended for cultivation in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, and other states. It is suited for irrigated and assured rainfall conditions
