HR14 and HR20 common bean germplasm

Abstract

Two germplasm lines, early maturing HR14 and late maturing HR20, of white (navy/pea) dry edible bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) have been released. These lines are semi-determinate and have an upright plant type with high podding nodes and narrow canopy making them suitable for use in developing cultivars for solid seeding and direct combining. The lines are high yielding but lack good cooking quality.Key words: Germplasm, dry edible (navy or pea) bean, erect (upright) plant type, plant architecture