Paddy Nursery Preparation Tips for BPT 5204 Samba Mahsuri

BPT 5204 (Samba Mahsuri) requires meticulous nursery bed preparation to avoid early stem borer attacks and blast infections. Agronomists recommend raised nursery beds of 1-meter width, treated with Carbendazim (2g per kg of seed) and Pseudomonas fluorescens (10g per kg). Ensure adequate water drainage to prevent damping-off and maintain optimal seedling vigor.