- Pusa Basmati 1692 (PB-1692) is an early-maturing, semi-dwarf rice variety that produces extra-long, slender, aromatic grains. Developed by the ICAR-IARI, it is highly valued for its non-lodging habit and strong natural resilience to bacterial blight and blast diseases.
Key Characteristics at a Glance
- Maturity: Short duration, typically ready for harvest in 110 to 115 days (seed-to-seed).
- Plant Structure: Semi-dwarf variety with a plant height of 95–100 cm.
- Grain Quality: Produces extra-long slender grains (approximately 8.4 mm in length) with excellent aroma and high head rice recovery.
- Yield Potential: Highly productive, delivering an average yield of 20–24 quintals per acre (roughly 52.6 quintals per hectare).