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Ban on hybrid paddy seeds
April 16 , 2025
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- The Punjab government has banned the sale of hybrid paddy seeds (non-Basmati rice), citing that they are being sold at high prices in the state.
- These seeds lead to a higher percentage of broken rice during milling compared to the standards set by the Food Corporation of India (FCI).
- There are approximately eight hybrid paddy varieties officially recommended for cultivation in Punjab.
- Private seed companies such as Savannah, VNR, Corteva, and Bayer offer these approved hybrids in the state.
- Some of the commonly grown varieties include: Sava 127, Sava 134, Sava 7501, 27P22, VNR 203 and others.
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