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    A high yielding selection of black pepper variety : Kottanadan
    (CPCRI Research center, Palode, 1998) Ravindran, P.S.; Nampoothiri, K.U.K.; Pillai, R.S.N.; Nair, M.K.; Florence George
    A critical survey was undertaken in 1982 in the main Kottanadan growing areas of Quilon and Trivandrum districts in Kerala , Based on the general vigour and yield performance, 100 vines were selected preliminarily. Detailed observations were recorded on morphological characters, spike characters as well as Filling percentage. The best 49 selections among the above were multiplied and planted in a completely randomised design (CRD) with two controls viz Panniyur-1 (released variety) and local Kottanadan, with eight replications. The trial was conducted for six years. Among the 49 selections evaluated, selection number 2559 recorded the maximum yield potential of 15200 kg as against 10432 kg by Panniyur-1 and 5552 kg by local Kottanadan green pepper/hectare/year. It also recorded 4.8% essential oil, 15.4% oleoresin and 3.0% pipeline content, Considering the high yield potential and better quality, this selection 2559 (PLD-2) was recommended for release in Trivandrum and Quilon districts of Kerala during 1995.