Gourd

Leading the gourd market 

BASF | Numhems leads the gourds market in the key segments of bitter gourds. We have a wide range of popular varieties to offer to our customers with value added market driving key traits. With a rich portfolio of powerful varieties, including both spiny and smooth bitter gourds, bottle gourds, and luffa, we offer varied options to support the multiple needs of our partners across the regions and seasons. 

Innovation through collaboration 

Working closely with our partners, we monitor ever evolving market trends and work on futuristic traits that can help crop growing effortless and provide superior ‘return on investment’. We continuously share our knowledge and learnings with our customers to enable them to anticipate changing market needs and shifting demands. It includes support in overcoming the challenges of pests and diseases as well.

Disease resistance without compromise 

Currently, our varieties have good resistance against ToLCNDV and Powdery mildew. When we develop new resistant varieties, we don’t sacrifice basic traits like high yield, fruit qualities, transportability and shelf life.  

Growers can count on us to provide the seeds that help them grow a profitable crop - today and tomorrow.

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