DP Singh
A Report on Monitoring of Field Trials of Autumn
Rice Crop, 2015
Rice Research Station, GRDB, Burma
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Percentage of farmers and varieties being grown
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Seed rate (lb/acre) used by farmers (%)
Breeding for higher grain yield, better elasticity to climate
High quality suiting for local and international consumers.
Special rice varieties for minimizing the deficiencies of Zinc and Iron, protein and low glycemic index for diabetic population.
Major Researchable IssuesPlant Breeding
Fair degree of host resistance to biotic stresses to minimize use of chemicals and their residues, keeping in view of export of paddy and rice and meeting phytosanitory standards
‘Participatory’ approach in plant breeding and varietal selection, release and de notification of old varieties
Maintenance breeding
Pre breeding for creation of more genetic diversity
Rice gene bank
RECOMMENDATIONS
Better display boards in trials
The trial may be kept bit drier to facilitate visit on key events
Introduce ‘Farmers’ Participatory Varietal Selection’
PVT may be planted at one more location in replicated design
Work to improve quality of rice (Fine, Scented with better nutritive value)
Seed Production
Improved seed security -Timely availability-Affordable cost-At proper place-Right variety- Proper quality
RECOMMENDATIONS
Strengthening of rice seed team, laboratory (Seed technologist supported by farm manager, seed plant engineer and seed marketing staff)
A revolving fund of $ 10-20 millions to seed programme
Improved seed production technology to increase seed multiplication ratio and quality
Seed testing and certification may be initiated without further delay
Regular training of seed growers in quality seed production in collaboration with Extension and Research programmes
Enhanced seed replacement rate (25-30%) for 10-15% jump in rice production
Digital photos proofs of seed plots at different stages
Seed Certification by a team
Seed labeling
The seed storage may be improved
Integrated weed management with special reference to ‘red rice’ and it immediate application in seed plots
Integrated nutrient management, testing and suggesting improvement in ‘6P’ practice being promoted by Extension programme
Agronomy of newly released rice varieties
Agronomy
‘Conservation agriculture’ for cleaner environment, improving soil health and reducing cost of rice production
Narrowing yield gaps between farmers’ fields and potent yield of varieties
Adjustment of sowing dates in seed plots for proper quality
Growing rice during off season under irrigated conditions for seed production
Use statistical design in field trials
Initiate trials on integrated red rice management, conservation agriculture, diversification of cropping system, green manuring, yield maximization, agronomy of new varieties, growing rice during off season.
Associate with seed team for management and elimination of red rice in plots.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Conclude trials on use of cow dung/FYM,dates of sowing experiments for commercial crop, fertilizers (Foliar) trials
Suggest internal quarantine measures restricting red rice in non infested regions
The consultancy projects (private companies etc) need to be given second priority and may be in contract research project mode
Plant Pathology
Proper evaluation of status of host resistance under artificially created disease epiphytotics
Identification and sharing of confirmed sources of resistance
Pathogenic diversity of major rice pathogens
Maintenance and use of pathogenic variability, mass multiplication and use of inocula
Disease survey and surveillance, issue of e newsletter
‘Pest Risk Analysis’ and ‘field certification’ in association with National Plant Protection Organization
Integrated disease management technology in seed and commercial crop
Create disease epiphytotics at hot spots
Identify and share the confirmed sources of disease resistance to rice breeders and put these in gene bank
Disease survey and surveillance. Detection, maintenance and use of pathogenic variability for evaluation of host resistance
Collaborative research on ‘Pest Risk Analysis’ and ‘field certification’. Seed Certification.
Integrated disease management technology and use validation at farmers’ fields
RECOMMENDATIONS
Integrated insect pests management with special reference to paddy bug
Proper evaluation of host resistance and identification of good sources of insect pests resistance
Strategic deployment of varieties in problematic areas of insect pests attack
Entomology
Safer and acceptable technology for effective pest management in paddy and rice meant for export
Research on ‘Pest risk analysis’ in collaboration with NPPO
Generation of basic information on major insect pests
Evaluation of host resistance under controlled facilities (net house conditions) Develop module for ‘integrated pest management’ to minimize cost and doses of chemicals, residue in grains and protection off environment. Import of paddy bug resistant genotypes of rice , test these and share these with rice breeder
Issue of e newsletter on crop health
Collaboration on PRA and Field Certification
RECOMMENDATIONS
Overall recommendations for Rice Research Station, Burma
1. Have strong wings of research, extension and seeds headed by experienced and qualified scientists
2. Hand over the conduct of field days, seed days, exhibitions, museum, media management and briefing etc. to Extension Programme
3. Hand over seed production (except basic seed and maintenance breeding) to Seed Programme
4. The Seed Technology lab may be established . Add seed label on seed bag
5. Plan trials in consultation with statistician for use of statistical design
6. Create facilities for conduct of trials at multilocations for wider adaptability
7. Conduct regular workshops to discuss last crop experiments and data as well as to finalize technical plans
8. Release technical report of rice before beginning of new crop season regularly
9. Identify new technologies regularly besides new varieties
10. Have regular monitoring of field trials at RRS Burma and out locations by a team consisting of at least one external member
11. Use participatory approach in plant breeding and seed production (farmers, pvt. sector, rice mills)
12. Initiate contract research projects and revolving fund schemes. More autonomy to researchers in these projects
13. Look for externally funded projects
14. Conduct regular crop health survey and surveillance using network of extension, trap nursery, sample collection and visits. Use IT tools. Issue e Newsletter on fortnightly basis and send it to different agencies and GRDB web page.
15. Create digital photo lab, collect all photos at one place
16. Create technical cell for making record of all data collected and copies of reports, project files and replies given to questions on crop technology.
17. Conduct brain storming sessions and review of work done in Guyana and abroad on specific issues
18. Strong coordination with R-E-S and external agencies dealing with rice
THANKS
DiscussionProblem of internet at station: It was stressed by Chief Scientist, Administrator and HODs that fast internet is must to keep their knowledge updated and timely communication. Most of the journals are available as e journals. GM may kindly set time limit for it and may hire competent agency to finish the job.
Implementation of seed system and defining the role of RRS Burma: At present the entire responsibility of seed (Basic, C1 & C2) lies with RRS Burma. It is diluting the efforts of Plant breeder to do his job. Second tier of rice seed producers (Pvt/ NGO) is needed to multiply C1 to C2 seed as well as marketing of it.
Rice Crop Health e Newsletter: It was proposed to publish rice health e newsletter from RRS Burma and GM may facilitate it and allow to be on GRDB web page and distribution to key stakeholders.
Contact Research Projects/ Externally Funded Projects: It was felt by the group of RES Burma Scientists that GRDB may give more autonomy to use the funds by Project Investigators for the purposes outlined in project and these may not be used for some other purpose.
Revolving fund: A one time grant of 30 million $ may be given to seed programme as revolving fund for seed production, testing, certification and processing at RRS Burma. The amount may be multiplied and 10% of profit generated may be shared by team members of seed programme
Revamping of laboratory facilities: The station laboratories and rice quality testing facilities may be upgraded to facilitate research on quality rice (fine and long grain, aroma, toxic metal and chemical residue free rice).
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