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An analysis on the performance of System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in 13 states of India- A paper in Economic and Political Weekly

Can farmers adopt a new technique without shunning their traditional farming practices, which results in increased yield and profits? Through System of Rice Intensification (SRI) it is possible.

C R Ranganathan

K Palanisami

Upali Amarasinghe

Posted on 27 Feb, 2013 08:10 AM

SRI is a new method of paddy cultivation, which uses local/traditional seed and organic compost to increase production.

A note on System of Rice Intensification practices in 13 states of India

Can the System of Rice Intensification be the answer to meet the country's future rice demand? A macro-level study covering 13 major rice-growing states indicates that fields with SRI have a higher average yield compared to non-SRI fields.

K Palanisami

Upali Amarasinghe

and C R Ranganathan

Posted on 17 Feb, 2013 07:55 PM

Article Courtesy: Economic and Political Weekly, Vol - XLVIII No.8

Author(s): K Palanisami, K R Karunakaran, Upali Amarasinghe, and C R Ranganathan

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