Abstract:
According to several climate predictions, the crop production in the sub humid tropical regions seems to be
threatened by climate change mainly by the reduction in water availability due to heated atmosphere and erratic
rainfall. Thus, adaptability of crops through identification of genotypes which produce better yields under less water
environments especially during minor seasons is important in order to ensure the food and nutritional security of the
country. Here, five mung bean genotypes were assessed for their yield and yield related performances under well
watered and rainfed (water stress) conditions. Results revealed that the presence of genotypic variations in mung
bean on yield and yield parameters under water stress can be used in breeding programs followed by further
investigations on the above traits.
