Hybrid Rice

Recognizing the potential of hybrid rice to enhance production and productivity, India launched a national program in 1989 for the development and large-scale adoption of hybrid rice to sustain self-sufficiency in rice production. A remarkable success was achieved within a short span of 5 years and half a dozen rice hybrid rice varieties were developed from public and private sectors. The first four hybrid rice varieties were released in the country during 1994. Subsequently, two more hybrid rice varieties were also released. By the end of 2001, a total of 19 hybrid rice varieties were released. More than 23 hybrid rice varieties have been released till now with average yield of 6.5 to 7.5 tonnes. About 0.75 million hectare is under cultivation of hybrid rice in the country.

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