Syngenta Simbha (WMT 8630) is a high-performance hybrid watermelon seed variety suitable for both temperate and tropical climates. It grows best in well-drained loamy to sandy-loam soils enriched with organic matter. With a crop maturity of 85-90 days, this hybrid delivers uniform, high-quality fruits with excellent sweetness and market appeal. Recommended for the Rabi and Summer seasons, it requires balanced fertilization, regular irrigation, and timely weed management. Under standard agronomic practices, farmers can achieve an average yield of 20-25 MT per acre, making it a profitable choice for commercial cultivation.

Specifications:

• Brand: Syngenta

• Crop: Watermelon

• Variety: Simbha (WMT 8630)

• Climate Suitability: Temperate & Tropical

• Maturity: 85-90 days

• Expected Yield: 20-25 MT per acre

• Soil Type: Medium, loamy to sandy loam with excellent drainage

• Seed Rate: 400-500 g per acre

• Recommended Seasons: Rabi & Summer

• Sowing Seasons (Months): Region dependent, generally:

  • Rabi: November-January

  • Summer: January-March

• Seed Rate: 5-6 Packet per acre

• Fruit Color: Bright red flesh (standard for hybrid watermelon; specific color not given)

• Spacing for Sowing:

  • Row-to-Row: 180 cm

  • Plant-to-Plant: 45 cm

• Plant Type: Strong, vigorous vines with robust growth

Features & Benefits:

• Suitable for both temperate and tropical climates

• High yield potential of 20-25 MT per acre

• Matures early in 85-90 days

• Performs well in the Rabi and Summer seasons

• Requires balanced NPK nutrition for optimal growth

• Strong plants provide good fruit setting

• Suitable for commercial cultivation

• Produces sweet, market-preferred fruits

• Performs well under recommended agronomic practices