Maximizing Rice Seedlings Boosts Crop Yield and Quality
The study looked at how the number of seedlings and spacing between rows affect the growth of rice plants. They found that using different amounts of seedlings led to differences in the number of stems and panicle weight. One-seedling rice had fewer stems and panicles compared to three-seedling rice. Hybrid rice had more variability in panicle weight and a higher potential for forming big panicles. Overall, the findings suggest that the number of seedlings and row spacing can impact the growth and yield of rice plants.