High quality rice variety TMR97 was tested in Phu Luong with good results.

Testing new high quality rice varieties

Early in the morning, farmers were present at Phu Luong 1 Agricultural Cooperative (Phu Luong Commune). Everyone talked, exchanged, and discussed enthusiastically about the new high-quality, high-yield rice variety TBR97 that Phu Vang District Agricultural Service Center in collaboration with Thaibinh Seed Group Joint Stock Company - North Central Branch organized a trial model at the field of Phu Luong 1 Agricultural Cooperative.

At this moment, the rice was being cooked from new rice by the TBR97 variety, giving off a fragrant aroma. Together with the farmers present, I slowly enjoyed the rich sweetness, softness and stickiness of each grain of rice. Smiles bloomed on the sun-tanned faces, along with satisfaction. Many farmers in the cooperative stood around Mr. Ho Viet Dien - the first person in Phu Luong to test-plant the TBR97 variety on an area of ​​0.5 hectares to learn from experience.

“Since my nephew who worked as a harvester in the northern provinces was impressed by the advantages of the TBR97 rice variety, I had the intention of experimenting with it. So when my locality implemented this rice variety model, I seized the opportunity and put it into cultivation in this year's winter-spring crop. Through practical production, this rice variety has shown many advantages and benefits, such as: Using less fertilizer; less pests and diseases; only needing to spray pesticides once from the time the rice starts flowering from 40 - 50%; growing well, and producing more tillers than other varieties. Old varieties require 7 kg of seeds per sao, but the TBR97 rice variety only requires 4.5 kg per sao” - Mr. Dien shared his experience and the economic efficiency that the TBR97 rice variety brings.

In fact, at the field where Mr. Ho Viet Dien's family is experimenting with production, "witnessing" the rice with heavy grains and ears, about 5-7 days to harvest, the farmers are even more satisfied.

According to Mr. Doan Thao, Director of the Phu Vang District Agricultural Service Center: Through evaluation, the TBR97 rice variety has a growth period equivalent to the control variety, suitable for cultivation land with the winter-spring rice variety structure in the area. The model rice variety has the ability to produce concentrated tillers, compact shape; grows and develops well, is strong, and is less susceptible to pests and diseases than the control variety; has a high yield, expected to reach 72 quintals/ha; the rice grain shape is long and beautiful, the rice is soft and fragrant with a characteristic taste that meets the needs and tastes of consumers. The milling rate is relatively high at 68 - 72%. Outstanding results in quality, productivity, especially the ability to resist lodging in the current climate change conditions.

Mr. Cao Duc Nhan, Director of Thua Thien Hue Agricultural One Member Co., Ltd. affirmed: The company ensures to implement the form of product consumption linkage for farmers in Phu Vang area, in which priority is given to this new rice variety TBR97.

“The company will initially invest in seeds, materials, fertilizers, and pesticides. At the end of the season, the company will buy back fresh rice and deduct the investment for the farmers. The purchase price is based on the thick grain and quality lines, ensuring sustainable benefits for the people,” said Mr. Nhan.

Towards mass replication

According to Mr. Nguyen Van Tan, Head of the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Phu Vang district, the district pays great attention to developing new varieties with high productivity and resistance to many pests and diseases for mass sowing, minimizing risks in the production process.

In addition to high-quality rice varieties such as TBR97 JO2, KH1 (DT 100), HN6, TU 8, HP3, VN10, VN20, HG12, HG244..., accounting for 41.1% of the variety structure that has been and is being included in the variety structure in the district, the use of TBR97 rice variety in production at Phu Luong 1 Agricultural Farm is the basis for consideration to select suitable new rice varieties with high yield, quality and economic efficiency, increasing income for farmers per unit area, and at the same time to supplement the seed source structure of the commune, as well as in the district.

Mr. Nguyen Van Tan also said that for the TMR97 rice variety, the district has implemented a pilot model at Phu Da Agricultural Cooperative 2 out of 3 crops; from the initial 2ha trial, it has now increased to 55ha for high efficiency. Currently, the district is focusing on linking with businesses. The entire 55ha of TMR97 rice is jointly purchased by Thua Thien Hue Agricultural One Member Co., Ltd.

Thua Thien Hue Agricultural One Member Co., Ltd. is also ready to cooperate in product consumption, stabilize output for Phu Vang farmers, especially prioritizing the new high-quality rice variety TMR97. This is an opportunity for Phu Vang farmers to develop production and cultivation in a sustainable and effective direction...

Article and photos: Ha Le

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