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BHU researchers revive timeless rice variety 'Adam Chini' with innovation

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November 17, 2025

FARMERS in the eastern districts of Uttar Pradesh are seeing their dreams take flight with the revival of the aromatic black rice variety, Adamchini.

- JITENDRA CHOUBEY @NewDelhi

BHU researchers revive timeless rice variety 'Adam Chini' with innovation

This initiative, led by agricultural scientists at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), has recently achieved significant breakthroughs in improving the variety’s resilience and productivity.

The Adamchini rice, known for its sugar-crystal-like grains, pleasant aroma and superior cooking qualities, has long faced challenges due to its tall stature and slow maturation. Historically, its height, reaching up to 165 cm, made it vulnerable to lodging in adverse weather, damaging the texture and yield.

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