NICASS 21 (TMS 97/2205)

Crop Name: Cassava

National Code: NGME 05-21

Variety Name: NICASS 21

Original Name: TMS 97/2205

Outstanding Characteristics: High yield, resistant to Cassava Mosaic Disease (CMD).

Agroecological Zones:

Origin/Source: IITA Ibadan

Developing Institute: IITA Ibadan

Breeder(s)/Collaborators: Dr. A.G.O. Dixon, Dr. Egesi, Dr. F.O. Ogbe, Prof. Akoroda & Dr. E. Okoro.

Potential Yield (t/ha):

Year of Release: 2005

Year of Registration: 2005