Paddy Farming: Easy Steps from Nursery to Harvesting

Do you want to grow paddy with bumper yields? Here's a simple step-by-step guide from nursery preparation to harvesting.

Make a raised nursery bed. Use seeds that are treated and keep the soil moist for better germination.

After 20-25 days, transplant the healthy seedlings in a well-puddled main field with proper spacing

Always maintain 2-3 inches of standing water & apply basal fertilizers during early vegetative growth.

Control weeds by using selective herbicides during the early stage to reduce crop competition

Check for pests and diseases regurarly. Stem borers and blast diseases are common in paddy.

Harvest your paddy when grains turn golden yellow. Avoid late harvesting

Proper drying, threshing and storage ensures good grain quality and price of the produce