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.
Some Hybrid Rice Varieties in India:
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