Thanga samba

Story of this variety

 

 

The word “Thangam” in Tamil means “Gold”.Since the matured grains are golden in colour the variety is known as “Thangam Samba”.This variety is also known to increase the longevity of human beings.

 

 

Special Features

 

 

It increases stamina to a great extent.It improves human complexion and also the potency of male. The ear head of this variety is very long. Since this variety is extremely fine and long it is used for the preparation of special dishes like Pulav.It is suitable for the South Indian meal.

 

 

Season

 

 

It is normally cultivated during Samba and Late samba (between July 15th to January 14thand September 15th to February 14th).It is suitable for flooded area cultivation.

 

 

Soil Type

 

 

Sandy clay soil is preferred for cultivating this variety.

 

 

 

Crop Duration

 

 

160 – 165 days

 

 

Height

 

 

It grows to a height of about 140 cm

 

 

Colour and Quality

 

 

The colour of the rice is White and it has fine grains.

 

 

Adopters

 

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

Mr. Ajit Narayanan (2018 - 19)