Kaivari Samba

Story

 

 

It has  stripes like what is found on the palm and hence the name “Kaivari Samba” (Kai – palm, Vari – Stripes).

 

 

Special Features

 

 

This rice is used for making Idly, dosa, Idiyappam and flattened rice. The hand pound flattened rice from this variety is extremely tasty.  It is highly resistant to pests and disease attack.  Able to withstand waterlogged and flooded conditions. 

 

 

Season

 

 

It is normally cultivated during Samba (between July 15th to January 14th).

 

 

Soil Type

 

 

Clayey soil is preferred for cultivating this variety.

 

 

 

Crop Duration

 

 

135 - 140 days

 

 

 

Height

 

 

It grows to a height of about 150 cm

 

 

 

Colour and Quality

 

 

The colour of the rice is red and it has bold coarse grains.

 

 

Adopters

 

Turbo Energy Pvt. Ltd. (2017-18)

ABI Showatech (India) Ltd. (2018 - 19)