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International Journal of Advanced Geosciences, 6 (1) (2018) 117-121
International Journal of Advanced Geosciences
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doi: 10.14419/ijag.v6i1.10184
Research paper
Performance of some jute & allied fiber varieties in the southern
part of Bangladesh
K. M. Mehadi Hassan 3, Md. Isfatuzzaman Bhuyan 2,Mohammad Kabirul Islam 1, Md. Fazlul Hoque 1, Md. Monirul
Islam1* Md. Sazedul Islam 1, Mahbuba Ferdous1 ,Ram proshad1
1 Department of Soil Science, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Dumki, Patuakhali,Dhaka, Bangladesh
2 Department of Agronomy, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Dhaka,Bangladesh
3 Department of Agronomy, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Dumki, Patuakhali,Dhaka, Bangladesh
*Corresponding author E-mail:monirulpstu1@gmail.com
Abstract
The present study was conducted to know the performance of growth, yield contributing parameters and yield of some Tossa and Deshi Jute
and also some Allied fiber varieties at the agronomy field laboratory during the period from March to September 2012. Twelve Jute and
Kenaf vareities viz. CVL–1 (V1), HC–2 (V2), 0–9897 (V3), CVE–3 (V4), 0–72 (V5), BJC–7370 (V6), HC–95 (V7), BJC–83 (V8), VM–1 (V9),
0–795 (V10), HC–3 (V11), BJC–2142 (V12) were taken and catagorized into three viz. Deshi (V1 to T5), Tossa (V6 to V8) and Kenaf (V9 to
V12). The single factor experimental data was laid out in a completely randomized block design with three replications and the means were
adjudged by DMRT at 5% level of probability. Varietals performance of Jute and Kenaf were showed statistically significant variation
among the studied whole growth, yield and yield attributing traits. Among the varieites, the Jute variety BJC–7370 porduce the tallest plant
(299.0 cm), medium base diameter (27.04) mm and longest root (28.44 cm) at harvest. Dry matter viz. root (13.51 g plant–1), stem (48.51 g
plant–1), leaf (12.87 g plant–1) and TDM (74.89 g plant–1) production had also higher in BJC–7370. However, base diameter (26.84 mm) and
dry weight of leaf (12.37 g plant–1) were statistically similar with Kenaf variety HC–3. The Jute variety BJC–7370 had also showed greater
results on various yield characters viz. green (whole plant) weight (232.4 g plant–1) and stick (58.97 g plant–1) and fiber yield (58.97 g plant–
1).The Kenaf variety HC–3 was also showed fiber (19.91 g plant–1) production. So, therefore, the Jute variety BJC–7370 and Kenaf vareity
HC–3 gave understanding superiority on growth, yield and yield contributing traits as well as higher seed and fiber yield under the AEZ–13.
So, Jute variety BJC–7370 or Kenaf variety HC–3 would be more successful productive variety in AEZ– 13 compare to the other studied
Jute and Allied fiber varieties.
Keywords: Jute; Kenaf; Mesta; Allied fiber; Southern part; Bangladesh.
1. Introduction
Jute is an important cash and fibre crop which belongs to the fami-
ly Tiliaceae and genus Corchorus.There are two cultivated species
of jute are Corchorus capsularis (Deshi jute) and Corchorus olito-
rius (Tossa jute). The commercial product of the fibre derived
from these two species of genus Corchorus, among 40 species are
distributed throughout the tropics (Alim 1978). Jute is the second
important fibre crop of the world (Saha 1996) and it is generally
known as golden fibre of Bangladesh as it contributed as lion
share to the economy. Khatun (2010) also reported that Jute, Ke-
naf, and Mesta are the second most important natural fibers next to
cotton. Jute grows under wide variation of climatic conditions and
stress of tropic and subtropics. It is grown in Bangladesh, India,
Myanmar, Nepal, China, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia,
Brazil and some other countries. Jute and kenaf are cultivated
almost exclusively in developing countries of East Asia and in
some parts of Latin America. Of the total world jute production,
five producing countries, namely Bangladesh, China, India, Nepal
and Thailand account for about 95%. These countries also account
for 90% of export of jute products (Khatun, 2010). In Bangladesh,
the area of Jute cultivation is 17, 51,325 acres (7, 08,723 hactares)
of land where the total production is 83, 95,840 bales per annum
with an average yield of 4.79 bales per acre (11.846 bales per hec-
tare) which was found by the statistical report of 2010–11 (BBS,
2012).
The jute that grows in relatively low land and is sown during the
period of March and April is called Capsularis, and the jute usual-
ly planted during the period of April and May is said Olitorius.
The most significant characteristics of jute are that it is free from
health hazards and environmental pollution.
It is also versatile, durable, reusable, cheap and superior to syn-
thetics. It is regarded as the best natural substitute for nylon and
polypropylene. Recently it has been termed as the major solution
for the eco–friendly product of tomorrow (Mollah, 2010). Jute
fibre is used for making gunny bags, sacking, carpet backing
cloths, mats blankets, furnishing fabrics and packing materials as
an alternative to polyethyline bags. It is also used as micro–crystal
cellulose in pharmaceutical laboratories and jute Zeo–Textice for
the constructions (Islam, et al., 2011).
Kenaf, scientifically known as Hibiscus cannabinus L. is one of
the most potential annual crop planted throughout the world. It is a
member of the Hibiscus family (Malvaceae) and indigenous to
Africa. Kenaf is an annual fibre crop of tropical origin (Hamid,
2009). The genus Hibiscus is widespread, comprising some 200
annual and perennial species.
Tahery et al. (2011) reported that the Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus
L.) is one of the important fiber crops next to cotton which is cul-
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tivated for its core and bast fibres. Recently, the interest in grow-
ing kenaf has been increased throughout the world for its elevated
fiber content (Alexopoulou et al., 2000). Kenaf is a fast growing
crop and has high potential to be used as an industrial crop global-
ly since it contains higher fiber materials or lignocellulosic mate-
rial (Manzanares et al., 1996). The residual core fraction can be
used as biomass for energy production (Danalatos and Archon–
toulis, 2005). Actually, kenaf is traditionally grown in east–central
Africa, west Asia and in several southern states of America for
fiber and oil seed (20% oil content) production; whereas it com-
prises an excellent forage crop (Phillips et al., 1989), containing
18–30% crude leaf protein and stalk protein 5.8–12.1% (Phillips et
al., 1989).
In Bangladesh, the major part of agricultural researches on jute,
kenaf and Mesta are being conducted in Bangladesh Jute Research
Institute (BJRI). It is the oldest research institute of the country
and has been conducting researches in agricultural aspects on two
bast fibre producing species of jute namely, Corchorus olitorius
(tossa jute) and C. capsularis (deshi jute) and two species of Hi-
biscus namely. H. cannabinus (kenaf) and H. sabdariffa (mes-
ta/roselle).
In Bangladesh about 2.8 million hectares constitute coastal and off-
shore areas (Karim et al. 1982) including Patuakhali region. These
areas are affected by different degrees of salinity (Karim et al.
1990). The salinity developed in soil adversely affects the growth
and yield of different crop plants. Morphological characters namely
plant height, total tillers, root, shoot, panicle length, grain weight
panicle–1, grain size and quality and quantity of grains decrease
progressively with increase in salinity level (Abdullah et al. 2001).
Seed germination is affected by the increase in salinity (Purhpan and
Rangasamy, 2002).
Islam (2005) evaluated jute mutants CM–107, P–26(5), CM–61,
CM–67, CM–652, BINA deshi pat–2, CM–443 and P–81(2) under
at three salinity levels and observed that plant height, number of
leaves, leaf area, root, stem, and leaf dry weight, total dry matter
decreased with the increase in salinity levels compared to control.
The mutants of CM–443 and P–26(5) were proved to be moderate-
ly salt tolerant. So, increasing jute production it is urgently needed
to extent the cultivation of jute to all possible areas of Bangladesh.
But the cultivation of jute crop in the study area (Patuakhali) is not
easy because of the lack of salinity tolerant varieties.
2. Materials and methods
2.1. Experimental site
The experimental field located at 22037 N latitude and 89010 E
longitudes at Genetic Tidal Floodplains and falls under Agroeco-
logical Zone “AEZ– 13”. The study locations also lie under Gan-
ges Tidal Floodplain AEZ (AEZ No. 13). This region occupies an
extensive area of tidal floodplain land in the south–west of the
country. The total coverage of this region is 17066 km square with
a total land mass of 1706600 ha (when Barisal, Jhalakathi, Piro-
jpur, Patuakhali, and Barguna are included). The western coastal
zone (AEZ–13) is covered by the Sundarbans mangrove forest,
covering greater Khulna and part of Patuakhali district. The area
lies at 0.9 to 2.1 meter above mean sea level (Iftekhar & Islam,
2004).
2.2. Soil
Soil characteristics of the western coastal zone are silty loams or
alluvium. Islam (2005) mentioned that mangrove dominated
coastal areas have developed on soil formations of recent origin
consisting of alluvium washed down from the Himalayas. So, the
experimental field was a medium high land with silty caly loam
textured soil having pH value of 6.8. Non–calcareous Grey Flood-
plain Soils (Saline Phase): This general soil type occupies the
major areas of the Ganges Tidal Floodplain AEZ. The organic
matter content is low (0.93%) in most cases. Deficiency of N is
acute and widespread. Status of exchangeable K is almost satisfac-
tory, consequently K deficiency is less frequently observed. Re-
gional variation in P status is also remarkable. P deficiency is
generally prevalent in Satkhira, Patuakhali, Barguna and Bagerhat
districts while in Khulna district supply of P is almost satisfactory.
This is due to the presence of a large amount of K bearing miner-
als in these soils. N is deficient in all the areas under this soils. P is
generally deficient, while S deficiency is observed less frequently.
Zinc deficiency is prevalent in all the soil series because of high
pH values.
2.3. Climate
The experimental area falls under the sub–tropical climate, which
is characterized by high temperature and humidity, heavy rainfall
with occasional gusty winds in the Kharif season (April–
September) and less rainfall associated with moderately low tem-
perature during the rabi season (October–March) (Biswas, 1987).
2.4. Experimental materials
As planting materials, the seeds of eight Jute and four Kenaf varie-
ties were used for this study which was collected from Bangladesh
Jute Research Institute (BJRI), Farmgate, and Dhaka and also
from the local farmer of Patuakhali District.
2.5. Parameters measured
2.6. Number of plants m–2
Number of plants m–2 were count at harvest stage and their aver-
age number of plants m–2 data was calculated.
2.7. Plant height (cm)
Plant height was recorded from 10 randomly selected plants from
each plot and was taken at harvest (102 DAS). The effective plant
height was considered from ground level to the top of the leaf at
vegetative phase at harvest stage. Plant height data was measured
by a meter scale and converted into cm.
2.8. Base diameter (mm)
The base diameter of plant was measured with a meter scale as the
horizontal distance covered by the plant. The data were recorded
from ten selected plants at harvest and mean value was counted
and was expressed in centimeter (mm).
2.9. Root length (cm)
Randomly selected ten plants of each plot and their roots were
removed from the plants and then the roots of the selected plant
were measured in centimeter (cm) scale. Finally, mean value of
them was recorded and the data was recorded at harvest.
Dry weight of root (g plant–1)
Immediately after harvest of ten plants, the roots were detached
from the plants and cleaned thoroughly by washing with tap water.
Collected roots were dried in sun for 23 days and then oven dried
for 72 hours at 80°C. Immediately after oven drying, the dried
roots were weighed and the dry matter content of the roots was
recorded and converted to g plant–1.
2.10. Dry weight of stem (g plant–1)
The stem dry matter weight was taken by oven dry method. Ran-
domly selected ten plants sample collected from each plot during
harvest. They were gently washed to remove sand and dust parti-
cles adhere to the plants. The selected plants were cut into small
pieces and then the water adhere to the plants were soaked with
paper towel. After then the samples were kept in an oven at 70oC
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for 72 hours to attain constant weight and the dry weights were
recorded and converted into g plant–1.
2.11. Dry weight of leaf (g plant–1)
Immediately after harvest, the leaves were cleaned thoroughly by
washing with water. The leaves of randomly selected ten plants
were taken and then sun dried for two days. Sun dried samples
were then put in paper packets and oven dried for 72 hours at 70 to
80°C in an oven. After oven drying, leaves were weighed. An
electric balance was used to record the dry weight of leaves. Final-
ly their calculated average data was converted into g plant–1.
2.12. Total dry matter (TDM) (g plant–1)
The plant parts such as leaves, stems and roots were detached
from the plants and were kept separately in oven at 82O C for 72
hours. The oven dried samples were weighed for dry matter pro-
duction. The total dry matter production was calculated from the
summation of dry matter produced by leaves, stem and roots and
converted into g plant–1.
2.13. Fresh weight (g plant–1)
The plants of Jute and Allied fiber of central 1 m2 of each plot
were taken after harvest and then their fresh weight was recorded
by using electric balance as per treatments. Their calculated fresh
weight was then expressed in g plant–1.
2.14. Stick weight (g plant–1)
Stick weight was determined from the central 1 m2 of each plot.
After harvesting, leaves, stems (stick) and roots were detached and
the weight of stick were recorded and finally converted to g plant–
1.
2.15. Fiber yield (t ha–1)
The fibers of the selected central 1m2 Jute and Kenaf varieties
were taken after retting and then their fiber weight was recorded.
Their calculated average weight was then expressed in t ha–1.
3. Results and discussion
3.1. Number of plants m–2
Analysis of variance data on number of plants plot–1 significant-
ly influence by the various Jute and Allied Fiber varieties.
Among the varieties, the variety BJC–7370 obtained significant-
ly the maximum number of plants m–2 (24.19) followed by the
variety HC–95 (23.05), HC–2 (22.67) and BJC–2142 (22.29)
where HC–95, HC–2 and BJC–2142 were statistically more or
less similar.
3.2. Plant height (cm)
It is evident from the data that the varieties differed significantly
with respect to plant height in this study (Fig. 2). The tallest plant
(299.0 cm) was recorded from the variety BJC–7370 which was
followed by the variety HC–3 (291.0 cm) and BJC–2142 (288.0
cm) where HC–3 and BJC–2142 were statistically identical. On
the other hand, significantly the shortest plant (251.0 cm) was
found from the both O–9897 and O–795 varieties. In general,
plant height is the most efficient morphological character which is
directly related to greater fiber yield of Jute or Kenaf as well as
the tallest plant maximizing the fiber yield of Jute or Kenaf. The
variety BJC–7370 showed higher adaptability with the climatic
condition and also with the soil of southern part of Bangladesh or
salinity affected studied area than other varieties. Similar findings
were also obtained by Pervin and Haque (2012) who observed that
the analysis of variance significant differences among the geno-
types for plant height. The variation was also found due to its
genetic makeup.
3.3. Base diameter (mm)
Analysis of variance data was present in indicated significant vari-
ation due to the effect of different Jute and Allied Fiber varieties
with the respect of base diameter in this study (Table 1). Base
diameter is also important character for fiber yield of Jute or Ke-
naf varieties in case of the higher base diameter produce the better
thickness of fiber which will ensure the higher production of fiber.
Among the Jute and Allied Fiber varieties, the highest base diame-
ter (27.04 mm) was found from the variety HC–2 which was sta-
tistically at per similar rank with the variety HC–3 (26.84 mm).
Among the other varieties, all the variety differed significantly
with each other (Table 1). On the other hand, significantly the
lowest base diameter (17.48 mm) was noticed from the variety O–
9897. Significant varietals performance on base diameter were
also obtained by Pervin and Haque (2012); Islam (2007 and 2004);
Azad–ud–doula Prodhan et al. (2001) in jute and Hossain et al.
(2012a and 2012b) in Kenaf.
3.4. Length of root (cm)
Analysis of variance data on length of root differed significantly
among the Jute and Allied Fiber varieties (Table 1). The longest
root (28.44 cm) was observed in BJC–7370 which was closely
followed by the variety HC–3 (27.89 cm), HC–95 (27.45 cm) and
BJC–2142 (27.17 cm) whereas the variety HC–95 and BJC–2142
were statistically more or less similar. In contrast, the shortest root
(23.67 cm) was taken from the variety O–9897 which was also
statistically identical with the variety HC–2 (24.09 cm). Those
varieties were also closely followed by O–795 (24.88 cm) and
CVE–3 (25.31 cm) where O–795 and CVE–3 were statistically at
per similar rank.
3.5. Dry weight of root (g plant–1)
The analysis of variance data on dry weight of root showed signifi-
cant difference due to the effect of Jute and Allied Fiber varieties
which variation data was present in (Table 2). From the table 2, it
was found that the variety BJC–7370 had higher (13.51 g plant–1)
dry weight of root which was closely followed by HC–3 (13.11 g
plant–1), BJC–83 (12.98 g plant–1) and O–72 (12.51 g plant–1). How-
ever, the variety HC–3, BJC–83 and O–72 were statistically differed
among each other. On the other hand, significantly the lowest
weight of dry root (10.69 g plant–1) was found from the variety BJC-
2142 which was statistically identical with O-9897 (10.87 g plant–1).
These varieties were also closely followed by HC–2 (11.07 g plant–
1) and CVL–1 (11.52 g plant–1) but they were statistically differed.
This variation was found due to the genetic makeup of the Jute and
Allied fiber varieties. Similarly, Islam et al. (2011) reported that dry
weight of root differed significantly among the varieties where O–
9897 recorded the lowest weight of dry root.
3.6. Dry weight of stem (g plant–1)
Dry weight of stem was significantly influence by the different
Jute and Allied Fiber varieties which variation data was present in
Table 2. And indicated significant difference and the variety BJC–
7370 had higher (48.51 g plant–1) in dry weight of stem than other
varieties. However, it was statistically closely followed by the
variety BJC–2142 (47.51 g plant–1), HC–3 (46.87 g plant–1), BJC–
83 (46.67 g plant–1) and HC–95 (45.87 g plant–1) whereas the vari-
ety HC–3 and BJC–83 were statistically significant at 5% level.
The tallest plant and higher base diameter confirm higher dry
weight of stem. Similarly, Islam et al. (2011) reported that dry
weight of stem differed significantly among the varieties where
O–9897 recorded the lowest weight of dry stem.
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Table 1: Effect of Different Jute and Allied Fiber Varieties on Base Diam-
eter and Root Length at Harvest
Variety
Base diameter (mm)
Length of root (cm)
CVL–1
22.11 c
24.89 de
HC–2
27.04 a
24.09 e
0–9897
17.48 g
23.67 e
CVE–3
21.53 cd
25.31 de
0–72
18.64 f
26.39 bcd
BJC–7370
20.01 e
28.44 a
HC–95
19.57 e
27.45 abc
BJC–83
21.49 cd
26.01 cd
VM–1
23.88 b
26.31 bcd
0–795
23.89 b
24.88 de
HC–3
26.84 a
27.89 ab
BJC–2142
21.24 d
27.17 abc
Sig. Level
**
**
CV (%)
5.19
3.7
**= Significant at 1% level of probability.
3.7. Dry weight of leaf (g plant–1)
The analysis of variance data on dry weight of leaf showed signifi-
cant different due to the effect of Jute and Allied Fiber varieties.
From the table 2, it was found that the variety BJC–7370 observed
the highest weight of dry leaf (12.87 g plant–1) which was statistical-
ly identical with HC–3 (12.37 g plant–1). The variety BJC–7370 and
HC–3 were also closely followed by the variety HC–95 (12.13 g
plant–1) and BJC–73 (11.7 g plant–1) where they were also statisti-
cally identical. The study was also obtaiend by Islam et al. (2011);
Hayder talukder et al. (2001a and 2001b) in Jute varieties and Push-
pa et al. (2013a and 2013b); Hossain et al. (2012a and 2012b) and
many other scientist in Kenaf varieties.
3.8. Total dry matter–TDM (g plant–1)
Total dry matter (TDM) weight data was significantly influenced
by the effect of Jute and Allied Fiber varieties (Table 2). Among
the varieties, the higher TDM (74.89 g plant–1) was observed in
BJC–7370 which was closely followed by BJC–2142 (72.88 g
plant–1), HC–3 (72.35 g plant–1) and BJC–83 (71.52 g plant–1)
whereas BJC–2142 and HC–3 were statistically at per similar
rank. Similarly, Islam et al. (2011) reported that total dry matter
differed significantly among the Jute varieties where O–9897 rec-
orded the lowest weight of TDM. Similar results were also ob-
tained by Pushpa et al. (2013a and 2013b); in Kenaf varieties.
Table 2: Effect of Different Jute and Allied Fiber Varieties on Various Dry Weight Characters at Harvest
Variety
Dry weight of root (g plant–1)
Dry weight of stem (g pant–1)
Dry weight of leaf (g plant–1)
Total dry matter (g plant–1)
CVL–1
11.52 def
41.73 fgh
11.12 bcd
64.37 efg
HC–2
11.07 ef
40.97 gh
10.67 d
62.71 fg
0–9897
10.87 f
40.11 h
10.08 d
61.09 g
CVE–3
11.99 cde
42.57 efgh
10.79 cd
65.35 ef
0–72
12.51 abcd
43.51 defg
10.81 cd
66.83 def
BJC–7370
13.51 a
48.51 a
12.87 a
74.89 a
HC–95
12.03 cde
45.87 abcd
12.13 ab
70.03 bcd
BJC–83
12.98 abc
46.67 abc
11.87 abc
71.52 abc
VM–1
12.19 bcd
44.87 bcde
11.11 bcd
68.17 cde
0–795
11.97 cde
44.11 cdef
10.92 cd
67.00 de
HC–3
13.11 ab
46.87 abc
12.37 a
72.35 ab
BJC–2142
10.69 f
47.51 ab
12.01 ab
72.88 ab
Sig. Level
**
**
**
**
CV (%)
4.79
3.77
4.99
3.33
**= Significant at 1% level of probability.
3.9. Fresh weight (g plant–1)
The highest fresh green weight (232.4 g plant–1) was taken from
the variety BJC–7370 which was closely followed by the variety
BJC–2142 (229.2 g plant–1). Among the other varieties, the vari-
ety O–9897 observed significantly the lowest green weight
(167.3 g plant–1) which was also closely followed by the variety
CVE–3 (172.4 g plant–1) (Fig. 3). This variation was found due
to its genetic makeup and also the variation of plant height, base
diameter, leaf production and branch production. Pervin and
Haque (2012); Islam (2007) reported that the green weight data
were statistically similar among the Jute varieties. Lorenzo et al.
(2011) also found similar results where they found that whole–
plant biomass (DB) differed significantly among the varieties.
3.10. Stick weight (g plant–1)
Analysis of variance on stick weight was significantly influenced
due to the effect of different Jute and Allied Fiber varieties (Fig.
4). From the Fig. 4, it was observed that the variety BJC–7370
further recorded the higher stick weight (58.97 g plant–1) which
was closely followed by HC–3 (57.98 g plant–1). Similarly, the
lowest green weight (40.42 g plant–1) was observed from the va-
riety O–9897 which was statistically differed among other varie-
ties. This variation was found due to its genetic make-up and also
the variation of plant height.
3.11. Fiber yield (t ha–1)
Analysis of variance on fiber yield was significantly influenced by
the different modern varieties of Jute and Allied Fiver. Among the
varieties, fiber yield had higher in BJC–7370 (4.93 t ha–1) which
was statistically differed from other varieties. These were also
found due to its genetic makeup and higher regional adaptability
with climatic condition and soil properties of the experimental
field of the present study. Finally, the variety BJC–7370 had out-
standing superiority for plant growth, higher seed and fiber yield
over other varieties in this study.
Table 3: Effect of Different Jute and Allied Fiver Varieties on Yield and
Yield Contributing Characters at Harvest
Variety
Fiber weight
g plant–1
t ha–1
CVL–1
17.15 ef
3.500 ef
HC–2
16.71 fg
3.210 h
0–9897
15.31 h
2.540 i
CVE–3
15.91 gh
3.360 g
0–72
17.98 de
3.530 e
BJC–7370
20.37 a
4.930 a
HC–95
18.48 cd
4.260 c
BJC–83
19.11 bc
4.220 c
VM–1
18.11 de
3.620 e
0–795
18.29 cd
3.380 fg
HC–3
19.91 ab
4.510 b
BJC–2142
17.99 de
4.010 d
Sig. Level
**
**
CV (%)
3.03
2.07
**= Significant at 1% level of probability.
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4. Conclusion
In the present research, it is clear that the Tossa Jute variety BJC–
7370 had more efficient on the whole growth, yield and yield at-
tributing traits. BJC–7370 or Kenaf variety HC–3 would be most
suitable variety under the AEZ–13 or the climatic or soil (region-
al) condition of Southern Part of Bangladesh. So, I strongly rec-
ommended that Jute variety BJC–7370 or Kenaf variety HC–3
would be more successful productive variety in AEZ– 13 or re-
gional condition of Southern part of Bangladesh.
Acknowledgement
Special Thanks to Dr. Md. Fazlul Hoque, Professor, Depart-
ment of Soil Science and Mohammad Kabirul Islam, Associate
Professor, Department of Soil Science, Patuakhali Science and
Technology University for his suggestions, guidance, and coop-
eration.
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