Binadhan 6
Binadhan 6
Scientific name: Oryza sativa L. CV. Binadhan 6
Main characteristics of the variety
| Developed by | Bangladesh Institute of Nuclear Agriculture(BINA), Mymensingh, Bangladesh |
| Method of Development | Mutation and hybridization |
| Main characteristics | Its plant height is similar to Binadhan-5, but it bears more tillers |
| Year of release | 1998 |
| Days to maturity | Maturity period is about 160-165 days, i.e., slightly longer than Binadhan-5 |
| Yield | Gives a maximum grain yield of 9.0 t/ha with an average yield of 7.5 t/ha, which is higher than hybrid rice. |
| Quality of the product | Grains are medium bold and bright in colour. |