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Paddy Harvesting: Experts Reveal Optimal Time to Avoid Heavy Losses.
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News18•21-09-2026, 18:17
Paddy Harvesting: Experts Reveal Optimal Time to Avoid Heavy Losses.
- •Agricultural experts advise harvesting paddy when 80-85% of grains in the panicles turn golden.
- •Drain fields completely 10-12 days before harvest to dry the soil, making harvesting easier.
- •Do not leave harvested crops in the field for long; dew or moisture can spoil the grains.
- •Thoroughly dry grains after threshing and before storage to prevent fungus and insect infestation.
- •Timely harvesting prevents crop wastage and maintains grain quality, ensuring better market prices.
