NRCSS Ani-1 — A new variety of Anise

Anise (Pimpinella anisum L.) well-known for several functional properties, is valued abundantly in food, medicinal and perfumery industry. To cater the needs of growers, processors and exporters, the first variety of anise NRCSS Ani-1, has been developed. This variety is high yielding (average yield, 733 kg/ha), bears attractive seeds with a high volatile oil content of 3.2% and anethole content of 89.6%. This variety offers a potential nutraceutical value and scope for diversifying the farming systems in the semi-arid agro-ecosystem, where anise forms one element.