• Pusa Basmati 1718 (PB 1718) is a high- yielding, aroma-rich, and Bacterial Leaf Blight resistant paddy Variety, developed by crossing Pusa Basmati 1121 and Pusa 1460.
• Suitable for Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi, it matures in 136–145 days, offering strong resistance to lodging, good kernel length after cooking, and an average yield of 18–22 quintals per acre.

Key Features of Pusa Basmati 1718

• Disease Resistance: Highly resistant to bacterial leaf blight (BLB), a common issue affecting crop growth and yield.
• Yield & Maturity: It has an average yield of 18–20 q/acre (up to 22 q/acre in some regions) and matures within 136–138 days after sowing.
• Grain Quality: Produces extra-long, slender grains with a strong aroma and excellent cooking quality.
• Plant Structure: shorter, robust height prevents lodging (flattening) during rain or strong winds.
• Sowing Recommendation: Suitable for planting in North India (Delhi, Punjab, Haryana) with a seeding rate of 5 kg per acre.