Question

Give three points of difference between upland and lowland rice.

Answer 1

1. The Upland Rice:
   1. This type of rice is grown on mountainous regions.
   2. Upland rice is sown in March-April and harvested in September-October.
   3. This type of rice cultivation depends on the distribution of rainfall only.
   4. The entire crop is used locally.
2. Lowland Rice:
   1. Lowland rice is grown on low-lying regions.
   2. It is sown in June and harvested in October.
   3. This type of rice requires plenty of water during the sowing and harvesting period.
   4. The produce is used for local consumption as well as supplied to other regions.