BU dhan 1
Rice Variety: BU dhan 1
Main Features of the Variety
| Developed by | Bangabhundu Sheikh Mujibur Rahaman Agricultural University, Gazipur, Bangladesh |
| Method of development/origin | Crossing between KK8 and Badshabhug (Local Aman) |
| Year of release | 2008 |
| Main characteristics | High grain yielding, Larger grain size(27.7gm/1000seed), longer grain(7.1mm), high amylase content(27.5%). Low requirement fertilizer and water, moderately resistant to insects and diseases. |
| Planting season and time | Aman season(Kharif-2) |
| Harvesting time/das to maturity | 85-95 |
| Resistance/tolerance | Drought resistant and pest and disease tolerant |