Superior-Quality Paddy Variety with Excellent Cooking Taste

SEETHA is a premium short slender, super fine grain paddy variety known for its delicious cooking quality and high disease resistance. Designed for the Kharif season, this variety is non-lodging, making it a reliable and profitable choice for farmers seeking both quality and high yield.

Challenges & Solutions

Farmers often struggle with lodging issues, disease outbreaks, and grain quality concerns. SEETHA offers effective solutions to ensure a healthy crop and superior market value.

Challenges

  • Lodging reduces yield and grain quality.

  • Susceptibility to common paddy diseases.

  • Inconsistent grain texture and cooking quality.

  • Unstable performance in varying climatic conditions.

Solutions

SEETHA provides farmers with the following benefits:

  • Non-Lodging Variety.

  • Highly Disease Resistant.

  • Short Slender, Super Fine Grain.

  • Well-suited for Kharif season farming.

Performance and Profitability

Yield Potential (Kg/Ha): SEETHA offers a high yield per hectare, ensuring better profitability for farmers.

Adoption Rate: This variety is widely accepted due to its delicious cooking quality and resilience.

Farm Profitability: The high demand for super fine grains increases its market value, leading to higher farmer earnings.

Market Demand: SEETHA's soft, aromatic grains make it a preferred choice among rice consumers and buyers.

Cultivation Guidelines

Planting Instructions:


  • Land Preparation:

    Prepare the soil well with proper leveling for uniform seedling
    growth.

  • Sowing Depth:

    Plant seeds at a depth of 2–3 cm for optimal germination.

  • Spacing:

    Maintain 15–20 cm spacing to support plant growth.

Maintenance Tips:

  • Irrigation:

    Maintain moisture in irrigated fields and ensure water retention in rainfed areas.

  • Fertilization:

    Apply a balanced mix of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium for strong plant development.

  • Weed Control:

    Timely weeding enhances nutrient absorption, leading to better grain formation.

Harvesting Tips:

  • Best Time:

    Harvest when 80% of the grains turn golden yellow for best yield and
    quality.

  • Method:

    Choose manual or mechanical harvesting depending on farm size and resources.

  • Storage:

    Proper drying and storage help maintain grain quality and prevent spoilage.