Seeds
Paddy
Arpita
Formulation
Key Ingredients & Composition
Variety: Improved Open-Pollinated Paddy (Oryza sativa L.) — Arpita
Product Overview
Arpita is Agvanta's improved (non-hybrid) paddy variety offering a combination of consistent grain quality, disease resistance, and reliable yield for farmers seeking a cost-effective paddy seed option. As an improved variety, Arpita provides good plant-to-plant uniformity, predictable maturity, and suitability for both transplanted and direct-sown paddy cultivation systems. It is a preferred choice for farmers transitioning from local varieties to improved, high-performance varieties.
Key Benefits
Reliable and consistent yield — suitable for farmers with moderate input levels
Good plant uniformity with predictable maturity
Disease tolerance — good performance against blast and sheath blight
Cost-effective compared to F1 hybrids — accessible to smallholder farmers
Suitable for transplanted as well as direct-sown (DSR) paddy systems
Good grain quality — suitable for domestic consumption and local trade
Wide adaptation — performs across diverse paddy-growing regions
Specifications
| Product Name | Arpita |
| Category | Seeds – Paddy |
| Crop | Paddy (Oryza sativa L.) |
| Type | Improved Open-Pollinated Variety (OPV) |
| Season | Kharif |
| Transplanting | June – July |
| Maturity | 110–120 days |
| Seed Rate | 8–10 kg/acre (transplanted) / 15–20 kg/acre (DSR) |
| Key States | Gujarat, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh |
Usage Guidance
For optimal performance, apply as per recommended agronomic practices. Dosage and timing vary by crop stage and regional soil conditions. Consult our digital advisory for a tailored application schedule.
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