Pisini

Story

 

 

This rice variety gets its name from its sticky nature.  In Tamil pisin means “Pasai” which is used for sticking different material. 

 

 

Special Features

 

 

It helps to reduce hip pain and usually young girls are fed with this rice variety after attaining puberty.   This helps to get rid of hip pain associated with menstruation.  It can also be given for a pain free delivery.  The porridge has very good taste.   It is highly suitable for making Dosa and flattend rice.  This variety is a drought resistant crop. 

 

 

Season

 

 

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

 

 

Soil Type

 

 

Sandy clay soil is preferred for cultivating this variety.

 

 

 

Crop Duration

 

 

120 days

 

 

 

Height

 

 

It grows to a height of about 110 cm

 

 

 

Colour and Quality

 

 

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

 

 

 

Adopters

 

Ms. Anindita Basu & FWWB (2016 - 17)

ABI Showatech (India) Ltd. (2017 - 18)

Ms. Anindita Basu (2018-19)