Rice
About This Crop
Rice (Oryza sativa) is a semi-aquatic cereal grain originally native to the wetlands of Asia. This staple crop thrives in warm, humid climates with temperatures between 20-35°C and requires abundant water during its growing season. Rice grows best in flooded paddies with 15-25cm of standing water, making it ideal for monsoon regions and areas with reliable irrigation. The plant is rich in carbohydrates and provides essential B vitamins, particularly thiamine and niacin. Rice requires high nitrogen levels during its vegetative growth phase and benefits from phosphorus for root development and potassium for grain filling.
Soil Requirements
Comprehensive Farming Guide
Pre-Harvest Preparation
Land preparation: Level fields properly and build bunds 15-20cm high to retain water. Seed treatment: Soak seeds in salt water (2kg salt per 10L water) to select viable seeds - discard floating seeds. Apply 2-3 tons of well-decomposed organic manure per hectare before transplanting. Maintain 2-5cm water depth for the first 10 days after transplanting.
Timing Guide
Start planting in July for optimal results
Market prices peak in November
Expect harvest after 4 months and 0 days