Monthly Archives: June 2016

Application of Fertilizer Nitrogen fertilizer (urea) increases the number of tillers produced by the rice plant. It also allows for rapid change of leaves; replacement of dying and damaged leaves. Management of Water The high level of water in the field (above 4”) affects the number of tillers, effective uptake of fertilizer, height, sturdiness of […]

DO Handle seed bags with care and in a gentle way. Label seed bags properly. Cover the seeds with plastic sheet/tarpaulin while transporting in open truck/ trolley on rainy days. Treat the seed paddy with the recommended insecticides and fungicides. Store the seed paddy at the recommended rate in the bag for soaking. Soak the […]

The Guyana Rice Development Board will be conducting a training course in all rice growing regions for Quality Control personnel desirous of obtaining a Grader’s License. All Farmers, Millers and Exporters are invited to participate in this training. Training will be conducted according to the below mentioned schedule. A fee of $15,000 will be charged […]