Evaluation of some Walnut (Juglans regia) Seedling Germplasm in Himachal Pradesh

Abstract

In the present study 30 seedlings with desirable traits were selected from total 104 populations. Maximum nut weight,
nut length, suture and cheek diameter were recorded in KW 020. KW 012 had the minimum shell thickness (1.44
mm). It also had excellent shelling quality with light yellow kernel colour and excellent taste. Highest shelling
percentage (58.5%) was also recorded in KW 012. Therefore, out of 30 seedlings, KW 012 was found to be the
most promising selection having all the characters matching with international standards.