Rice Varieties
Chithiraikar
Background
A paddy variety sown in the month of Chithirai – name of a Tamil month. This traditional rice variety is widely cultivated in Thirupullani area of Ramnad district, Ariyalur and Thiruvarur districts. The details of this variety is mentioned in Tamil Lexicons.
Special Feature
It is suitable for cultivating in boundaries of water bodies and in sandy soil areas. It is able to withstand drought conditions. The straw yield is high.
Nutritional Properties
This variety is high in protein (9.66mg/100g), iron and zinc
Suggested Dishes
It is suitable for making South indian meals, idly and dosa
Seasons
It is normally cultivated during Sornavari season. (April 15 to August 14).
Color and Quality of Rice
The rice is red in colour and bold
Crop duration
115 days
Adopt this Rice
INR 15,000
Background
A paddy variety sown in the month of Chithirai – name of a Tamil month. This traditional rice variety is widely cultivated in Thirupullani area of Ramnad district, Ariyalur and Thiruvarur districts. The details of this variety is mentioned in Tamil Lexicons.
Special Feature
It is suitable for cultivating in boundaries of water bodies and in sandy soil areas. It is able to withstand drought conditions. The straw yield is high.
Nutritional Properties
This variety is high in protein (9.66mg/100g), iron and zinc
Suggested Dishes
It is suitable for making South indian meals, idly and dosa
Background
A paddy variety sown in the month of Chithirai – name of a Tamil month. This traditional rice variety is widely cultivated in Thirupullani area of Ramnad district, Ariyalur and Thiruvarur districts. The details of this variety is mentioned in Tamil Lexicons.
Special Feature
It is suitable for cultivating in boundaries of water bodies and in sandy soil areas. It is able to withstand drought conditions. The straw yield is high.
Nutritional Properties
This variety is high in protein (9.66mg/100g), iron and zinc
Suggested Dishes
It is suitable for making South indian meals, idly and dosa
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