PUSA Basmati Variety-1 or DP, as known in common parlance, is the flagship crop of MP. The special attributes of this crop as well as the distinguished geography, climate and meteorology of the central MADHYA PRADESH, cumulatively, bestows upon us(rice millers) a unique set of advantages which can easily be passed on to our customers. Such as ;
: water is of critical importance for cultivation of paddy and our region registers an excellent rainfall (LPA of 89 cm and above) .
A blend of black, red, alluvial soils and loamy texture provides a boost to the crop.
MP is a relatively new paddy cultivating region when compared to traditional regions like Punjab, Haryana . So, naturally, the pesticide and chemical fertilizers content is far less here as it was prevented from the overuse spree during the green revolution
many farmers in this region are switching to organic farming as awareness about the perils of pesticide abuse is building
According to the Canadian Diabetes Association, basmati, rice has a medium glycemic index (between 56 and 69), opposed to other white rice with a glycemic index of 89, thus making it more suitable for diabetics as compared to certain other grains .
DP is best suited for the region as it can withstand heat, pest attack, diseases and other vagaries of nature which ensures an optimum crop output .
the acreage of DP is increasing at the rate of 8-10% per year which would further streamline the supply chain , ultimately benefiting the end consumers.
due to favorable location in the center of the country chances of crop failure are minimal .
