Why Punjab Farmers Are Concerned About PR-126 Paddy Yield
Punjab grows both Basmati and Non-Basmati paddy. While PR-126 saves water, many farmers report lower yields compared to expectations. Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) recommends several proven alternatives.
๐พ Basmati Varieties
- Pusa Basmati 1 โ Semi-dwarf, aromatic, elongation.
- Punjab Basmati 4 โ Stable and popular.
- Pusa Basmati 1637 โ Early maturing, aromatic.
- Pusa Basmati 1847 / 1885 / 1886 โ New, high-yield, cost-effective.
- Punjab Basmati 7 โ High-yielding, PAU recommended.
- Pusa Basmati 1121 โ Extra-long grain, premium cooking.
- Pusa Basmati 1509 โ Early maturing, slender, aromatic.
๐พ Non-Basmati (PR Series)
- PR 131 โ Medium maturity, high yield.
- PR 129 โ PAU recommended.
- PR 128 โ Suitable for kharif.
- PR 122 โ Short duration, disease resistant.
- PR 121 โ Early maturing, high yield.
- PR 114 โ Medium duration, disease resistant.
- PR 113 โ PAU recommended.
- PR 132 โ New release, mid-maturity, less nitrogen.
๐พ Other Varieties
- PUSA-44 โ High yield, now banned for water conservation.
- HKR 47 โ Available option.
- Black Rice โ Specialty niche cultivation.