Punjab to Ban Cultivation of PUSA-44 Paddy Variety

On 4th October, 2023, Punjab Chief Minister declared that the state will prohibit the cultivation of the PUSA-44 paddy variety from the upcoming year.

  • This decision marks a significant shift as PUSA-44 was once a dominant choice for farmers, covering a substantial portion of the state's paddy fields.

Key Points

  • PUSA-44, a paddy variety, was introduced in Punjab in 1993 and gradually gained popularity among farmers due to its high yield.
  • By the end of the 2010s, PUSA-44 covered 70 to 80% of the state's paddy cultivation area.
  • The Punjab government initially discouraged its cultivation in 2018, reducing the area under PUSA-44 to ....
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