Black Star-F1 Hybrid Water Melon Seeds AgriTech Price in Pakistan

Black Star-F1 is a premium hybrid watermelon variety developed by AgriTech for high-yield commercial farming in Pakistan

This hybrid produces large, uniform, deep green fruits with an attractive glossy rind and crimson-red, firm, and sweet flesh. It is well-suited to Pakistan’s hot and dry climate, offering excellent adaptability, disease tolerance, and long shelf life — ideal for both local markets and transport across regions.

Key Features:

• Hybrid Variety (F1): Ensures uniform fruit size, color, and quality.

• High Yield Potential: Produces 40–50 tons per acre under proper management.

• Fruit Characteristics:

  • Shape: Oblong to round

  • Average Weight: 8–12 kg per fruit

  • Rind: Dark green with faint stripes, thick and tough for easy transport

  • Flesh: Deep red, crispy, juicy, and very sweet (Brix: 12–14%)

• Maturity: Ready to harvest in 75–85 days after sowing.

• Disease Resistance: Tolerant to Fusarium wilt and

• Adaptability: Performs well in Punjab, Sindh, and southern KPK under irrigated and semi-arid conditions.

Major Benefits:

1. High Market Value: Attractive color and sweetness make it a preferred choice for retailers and consumers.

2. Early Maturity: Quick harvest ensures better crop rotation and early market entry.

3. Transport-Friendly: Thick rind prevents cracking and spoilage during long-distance transportation.

4. Consistent Fruit Quality: Uniform size and shape enhance presentation and grading efficiency.

5. Strong Disease Resistance: Reduces pesticide costs and increases profitability.

6. Suitable for Export: Excellent shelf life and durability make it ideal for local and export markets.

Uses & Cultivation Guidelines:

• Sowing Time:

  • Punjab & Sindh: January–March and September–October (off-season under tunnel).

• Seed Rate:5–1 kg per acre (depending on spacing).

• Spacing: 6–8 feet between rows; 2–3 feet between plants.

• Irrigation: Light irrigation at sowing, then moderate watering during fruit setting and development.

• Fertilization: Apply organic manure before planting; supplement with balanced NPK fertilizers during growth.

• Harvesting: When the tendril near the fruit stem dries and the fruit surface turns slightly dull.