Pumpkin

1. Arka Suryamukhi The fruits of Arka Suryamukhi are round with oblate ends and are typically orange in color. As they mature, white stripes appear on the pumpkins. The average weight of the fruit is around 1 kg. This variety is known for its attractive appearance. 2. Arka Chandan Arka Chandan pumpkins are medium-sized with light brown color. The fruits weigh around 2-3 kgs and mature in approximately 120 days. This variety is suitable for both domestic use and export. 3. PAU Magaz Kaddu-1 A variety suitable for export, PAU Magaz Kaddu-1 pumpkins are round and medium-sized. The fruits turn yellow as they mature and are popular for their smooth texture. 4. Punjab Samrat The Punjab Samrat variety produces small, green pumpkins that turn brown as they mature. Known for being a good export variety, it has a high yield potential. 5. PPH-1 PPH-1 pumpkins are an early maturing variety with dwarf vines. The fruits are small, round, and change color from blotchy green to brown as they mature. This variety is often grown for its fast growth. 6. PPH-2 Similar to PPH-1, the PPH-2 variety also has fast-growing, round fruits. However, it differs in the smoothness of the fruit's skin. The fruits are green and turn brown as they mature. 7. PAU Magaz Kaddu-1 (Hull-less Seed) Released in 2018, PAU Magaz Kaddu-1 produces medium-sized, round pumpkins with hull-less seeds. The fruits are dark green at first and turn golden yellow upon maturity. The dwarf vines make it ideal for compact farming.