New rice hybrids promise higher yields and better harvests for farmers.
The researchers studied how different rice plants combine to produce better yields. They looked at 40 hybrid combinations and found significant differences in traits like flowering time, plant height, and grain yield. The best hybrid showed a 197.81% increase in yield. Some rice varieties were better at passing on good traits, while others were good overall combiners. Certain hybrid combinations performed well in terms of grain yield. Overall, the study identified promising rice hybrids that could lead to better crop production.