Seeds
Paddy
Megha
Formulation
Key Ingredients & Composition
Variety: Improved Open-Pollinated Paddy (Oryza sativa L.) — Megha
Product Overview
Megha is Agvanta's improved paddy variety known for its cloud-like spreading canopy, good leaf area index, and excellent light interception — traits that translate into consistent grain yield. Named after the cloud, Megha thrives in high-humidity paddy environments and delivers reliable performance in transplanted Kharif paddy cultivation across central and western India. It is a trusted variety among paddy farmers for its consistent season-to-season performance.
Key Benefits
Good leaf area index and canopy spread for effective light interception
Consistent yield under transplanted Kharif paddy conditions
Good tiller count with reliable productive tiller ratio
Adapted to high-humidity paddy environments
Tolerant to major foliar diseases in paddy
Suitable for manual and mechanical transplanting systems
Affordable improved variety with broad farmer acceptance
Specifications
| Product Name | Megha |
| Category | Seeds – Paddy |
| Crop | Paddy (Oryza sativa L.) |
| Type | Improved Open-Pollinated Variety (OPV) |
| Season | Kharif |
| Transplanting | June – July |
| Maturity | 115–125 days |
| Seed Rate | 8–10 kg/acre (transplanted) |
| Key States | Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra |
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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