Kallurundaiyan

Story

 

The grains of this variety resemble a round stone (Kallurundai in Tamil) and hence it has the name Kallurandaiyan.

 

 

Special Features

 

This variety is ideal for preparation of Idli and Dosa (South Indian breakfast dishes).

 

 

Season

 

It is normally cultivated during Samba and Navarai. (July 15th to January 14th and December 15th to March 14th )

 

 

Soil Type

 

Clayey and Sandy clay soil are preferred for cultivating this variety.

 

 

Crop Duration

 

120 days

 

 

Height

 

It grows upto a height of 126 cms.

 

 

Colour and Quality

 

The colour of the rice is Red and it has coarse rice.

 

 

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