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Paddy (rice) is one of India’s main crops, grown on a huge area and supporting millions of farmers. Today, hybrid paddy seeds are becoming popular because they give 20–30% more yield and handle changing weather better than normal seeds.
In this blog, you will learn about the top 10 hybrid paddy seeds in India, their benefits, yield, and best regions. SKB Seeds is a trusted brand that helps farmers with strong, high-quality hybrid seeds that grow well and resist major diseases.
Below is the list of the top 10 hybrid paddy seeds, including SKB’s latest and most popular varieties used by thousands of farmers.
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Seed Name |
Plant Height |
Duration / Maturity |
Grain Type |
Yield / Tillering |
Resistance / Advantages |
Seed Rate |
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SKB 5050 |
110–115 cm |
140–145 days |
Medium Bold |
High tillering, high yielding |
Resistant to Sheath Blight & Blast |
20–22 kg/acre |
|
Semi-dwarf |
150–155 days |
Short, Bold, Brown Husk |
55–60 quintals/hectare, profuse tillering |
Dark green foliage |
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SANJIWANI |
110–120 cm |
100–110 days |
Fine Rice |
Good tillering |
Suitable for all soils |
10–12 kg/acre |
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SHREEKASHI |
130–135 cm |
125–130 days |
Fine Rice |
Good yield |
Strong plants |
10–12 kg/acre |
|
110–120 cm |
100–105 days |
Superfine Rice |
Good tillering |
Suitable for early maturity regions |
10–12 kg/acre |
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|
JAISHREE |
120–130 cm |
140–145 days |
Superfine |
Good yield |
Strong stems |
10–12 kg/acre |
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Arize 6444 Gold |
80–90 cm |
135–140 days |
Long, sleek grains |
- |
Very popular across India |
- |
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PHB 71 |
70–80 cm |
140 days |
Aromatic Basmati type |
- |
Long, premium-quality grains |
- |
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Big67 |
85 cm |
130 days |
Bold grains |
- |
Submergence tolerant |
- |
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DRR Dhan 45 |
75–85 cm |
120–125 days |
Medium slender |
stable yield |
Suitable for early maturity |
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Hybrid paddy seeds offer many advantages to Indian farmers. Some of the main benefits are:
1. Higher Yield: Hybrid paddy gives more grains, helping farmers get better production.
2. Strong Against Diseases: These seeds are made to fight common problems like BPH and BLB.
3. Can Handle Stress: Hybrids grow well even in tough weather like drought or changing climates.
4. Uniform Plants: All plants grow almost at the same height and time, making harvesting easier.
5. Quick Growth: They mature faster, so farmers can take more crops in a year.
6. Better Grain Quality: Hybrids often give good cooking quality and better grains.
7. More Profit: Because the yield is high, farmers can earn more income.
1. Northern Plains/Basmati regions (UP, Haryana, Punjab)
Pusa Basmati 1509, 1692, 1847, 1985, 1979 give good aroma, good yield, grow faster, and suit different rainfall conditions.
2. Maharashtra & Central India (Chhattisgarh)
Shreekashi, Shreenath, Jaishree, Sanjivani, SKB-2020, SKB-5050, Omkara, and Deva give high yield, have strong market demand, and are developed for the local climate.
3. Hilly & Irrigated areas (North East, hill regions)
Vivek Dhan 62 has short, bold grains, resists blast disease, and grows well in low temperatures.
4. Coastal & South India (Tamil Nadu, Karnataka)
CORH 2, ADT 36/37/43, ASD 16/17, IR 64, White Ponni are good hybrid seeds for irrigated fields, tolerant to blight.
5. Arid/Semi-arid regions
Short-duration, drought-tolerant varieties are most suitable for stable production.
Hybrid paddy seeds are one of the fastest ways for Indian farmers to increase production, improve grain quality, and earn higher income. With so many options available, choosing the right hybrid is very important. The varieties listed in the Top 10 Hybrid Paddy Seeds in India offer excellent yield, disease resistance, and climate suitability.
If you want reliable and high-performing hybrid paddy seeds, SKB Seeds provides some of the best options with strong research support and farmer-focused varieties. Contact SKB Seeds at +91 9589585697 or email info@skbseeds.com for quick support and enquiries.
