Author(s): Parth K Rathod, Dipak P Gohil, Riddhi S Karmata and Kuldeep N Dudhatra

Abstract: Fodder cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) is a crucial leguminous fodder known for its high biomass yield, protein content, and rapid growth. A study on 40 genotypes at Anand Agricultural University revealed low environmental influence on traits. Plant height, dry matter yield, green forage yield, and number of leaves showed high genetic variability. Traits like plant height, green forage yield, dry matter yield, number of leaves per plant, leaf: stem ratio, leaf area index, and chlorophyll content exhibited high heritability and genetic advance, indicating additive gene action. Correlations and path coefficient analysis highlighted key traits i.e., plant height, leaf length, leaf: stem ratio, dry matter yield, leaf area index, and chlorophyll content, as major contributors to green forage yield, emphasizing their importance in selection for improvement.

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