Key Features of FSD-08

Faisalabad-2008 Wheat Variety Overview

Faisalabad-2008 was approved by the Provincial Seed Council in 2008 for cultivation in the irrigated areas of Punjab. This variety is recognized for its resilience under high disease pressure and its ability to deliver superior grain yields.

Development:
Faisalabad-2008 was developed using advanced breeding techniques, tailored specifically to the climatic and soil conditions of Pakistan.

Key Features:

• High Yield Potential:
  Engineered to optimize productivity, this variety has a yield potential of 45–50 mounds per acre under farmer field conditions.
• Disease Resistance:
  It exhibits strong resistance to various diseases, which enhances its performance in disease-prone environments.
• Multiplication Limitations:
  Despite its strengths, Faisalabad-2008 is not recommended for seed multiplication in certain regions of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa  due to susceptibility to rust.