Rice seed suppliers & varieties
Indica, japonica, basmati and hybrid rice for irrigated and rainfed systems.
Growing conditions
Warm-season; 22–32°C. Puddled paddy or upland; pH 5.5–6.5.
Climate
Tropical and sub-tropical; irrigated dominates.
Greenhouse
Not applicable.
Open field
Paddy production with mechanised transplanting and direct seeding.
Water
Very high in paddy; AWD systems reduce demand.
Market demand
Staple for half the world; rising premium basmati and aromatic demand.
Disease resistance
- • Blast
- • Bacterial leaf blight
- • Sheath blight
- • Brown planthopper
Recommended regions
- • India
- • China
- • Vietnam
- • Thailand
- • Pakistan
- • USA
Export opportunities
India, Thailand, Vietnam, Pakistan and USA dominate exports.