The Kabuli chickpeas are characterized by white or beige coloured seed with ram’s head shape, thin seed coat, smooth seed surface, white flowers and lack of anthocyanin pigmentation on the stem. As compared to desi types, the Kabuli chick peas have higher levels of sucrose and lower level of fibre. The Kabuli types have large sized seeds and receive a higher market price than desi types. The price premium in Kabuli types increases as the seed size increases. In this group the colour of the seed is white. Grains are bold and attractive. The yield potential of this group is poor as compared to the desi types. Plant is taller than the desi gram and stand more or less erect.
What are the characteristics of Kabuli chickpea?
