The Punjab government has decided to start paddy from June 1 this year, which will be 10 days ago compared to last year. This was announced on Saturday at the axis of the Sangrur district. This steps have been taken to protect farmers from the problem of high humidity in their crops and reduce the difficulties in buying. The government will be divided into four different zones with six to seven districts so that the paddy is properly planted. “The process of zonal -wise agriculture will be implemented under the appropriate plan.” In addition, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) recommended by the Government Purchase of PR 126, 127, 128 and 129. It has also been confirmed that strict action is taken in selling fake seeds.
Water and straw problems will be overcome
The government is planning to regulate high -quality hybrid paddy and distribute only certified seeds. Farmers believe that planting can reduce the problem of burning first, as it will give more time between harvesting rice and sowing wheat or other rabbi crops, which will reduce the problem of burning. Joint Director Agricultural (Seed) Gurmel Singh said that only three to four people have been officially approved by the 23 recognized hybrid varieties. According to Punjab Agricultural Director Jaswant Singh, four zones will be determined based on the availability of water, which will be given priority to the limited canal water supply districts.
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The government is making a notification soon
The government will soon make a formal announcement on this decision. This move is part of the Punjab’s permanent agricultural strategy, which aims to reduce the demand for groundwater protection and electricity. The government hopes that the revised transplant will not only benefit farmers but also the environmental consequences. It has also been confirmed that strict action is taken in selling fake seeds. To ensure high quality, it is planned to regulate hybrid rice varieties and distribute only certified seeds.
Excess water consumed in paddy cultivation
Paddy cultivation requires more water than other crops. It is necessary to take about 3000 liters of paddy to take 1 fortress. In Punjab, a lot of ground water is used for paddy cultivation, which led to a decline at the water level. Due to the lack of adequate system of canals, farmers rely on tubes for irrigation, resulting in groundwater exploitation.
Environmental damage by burning the bomb
After harvesting paddy in Punjab, farmers have less time to sow wheat. To eliminate the polyi, farmers often burn it, which causes air pollution. Smoking smoke can only be harmful to human health, but it also reduces the fertility of the soil.
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