Introducing Heat-Resistant Hybrid Rice Variety in Sindh and Punjab for Improved Crop Yield
Published on: December 1, 2023.
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Exciting News for Farmers in Sindh and South Punjab: Revolutionary Heat-Resistant Hybrid Rice Variety Introduced
Great news for farmers in Sindh and South Punjab! The farming industry in the region is about to witness a game-changing development with the introduction of a groundbreaking heat-resistant hybrid rice variety. This 14th Hybrid Rice variety, after a successful trial in Larkana conducted by Yuan Longping High-Tech, a renowned Chinese agricultural company, and Guard Agricultural Research & Services, brings higher yields and exceptional resilience to heat.
According to Momin Ali Malik, the Executive of Guard’s Seed Division, this new variety offers increased yield potential and is specially designed to withstand high temperatures, addressing a significant challenge faced by farmers. After three years of extensive trials, this innovative rice variety is now ready for commercial planting in the upcoming season.
Developed through collaboration between Pakistan and China, this hybrid rice outshines its predecessors with an impressive potential of over 150 maunds per acre, surpassing the previous 120 maunds. A recent visit to Larkana by journalists from Lahore, together with Chinese and local scientists, provided a firsthand opportunity to witness the splendor of the new variety near harvest.
For years, Guard Agricultural Research & Services has been spearheading the introduction of hybrid rice technology, leading to a doubling of per-acre rice yield and uplifting farmers in Sindh and Southern Punjab. As the new season approaches, farmers can eagerly anticipate enhanced productivity and increased resilience in the face of climate challenges. This marks a significant step forward in regional agriculture.
In conclusion, the introduction of this heat-resistant hybrid rice variety is a groundbreaking development in the farming industry of Sindh and South Punjab. With its higher yield potential and impressive resilience to heat, this new rice variety promises to revolutionize farming practices and uplift the livelihood of farmers in the region.
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