About the Practice
Detail:

People store paddy (Oryza sativa) seeds in Mor or Khochari in chambers made of paddy straw rope to protect it from insect infestation. People store paddy (Oryza sativa) seeds in Mor or Khochari in chambers made of paddy straw rope. Paddy (Oryza sativa) seeds are insulated by rings of paddy crop. This allows penetration of air and the seed remains vital and free from insect infestation. After use, the ring is dismantled and the same space could be utilized for other purpose.


About the Innovator

Knowledge Provider / Innovator: Documented by Mr M K Jha
Address: KalpvrikshFarm,Dehri,Umargam
State: Bihar
PIN Code 804435

Practice Details

Crop: Rice
Crop Family: Poaceae
Crop Scientific Name: (Oryzae sativa)
Crop Vernacular Name: Chokha
Ingredients: Chambers made of paddy straw rope

PAS 1:

"A Study on Sources and Management of Paddy Seed in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, India "
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327068961_A_Study_on_Sources_and_Management_of_Paddy_Seed_in_Eastern_Uttar_Pradesh_India/link/5b76588b92851ca65064effa/download


GIAN Reference: GIAN/UAL/953 - Practice ID: KNW0010000000543
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