CO 4 (TNAU) Amaranthus

Name of Variety / Hybrid	Salient Features	Recommended Area
CO 4 (TNAU, Coimbatore)	Grain amaranthus type. Seeds rich in protein (19.55%) and amino acid lysine (7.5 mg per 100 g). Can substitute minor millets like ragi and thenai. Average yield about 3 t/ha.	Tamil Nadu