Kappakar

 

Story

 

This variety is used in the feast given during several rituals like “Seemantham” ( a ritual conducted during pregnancy).  

 

 

Special Features

 

This variety is highly suitable for making idly and dosa. This variety is suitable for growing in water logging areas as well as drought prone areas.

 

 

Season

 

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

 

 

Soil Type

 

Clayey soil is preferred for cultivating this variety.

 

 

Crop Duration

 

150-160 days

 

 

Height

 

It grows upto a height of 130 cms.

 

 

Colour and Quality

 

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

 

 

 

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Turbo Energy Pvt. Ltd. (2016 - 17, 2017 - 18)

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