Using a drum seeder to sow pre-germinated seed1. Puddle the land and level thoroughly. ![]() 2. Drain out excess water before sowing, but do not let the soil surface become dry. ![]() 3. Pre-germinate the rice seeds - do not let shoots become too long. Growth for 24 h is usually sufficient. ![]() 4. Air-dry the sprouted seeds in the shade for about 10-15 minutes before sowing to facilitate singling/separation of seeds. ![]() 5. Sow the seeds with drum seeder:
![]() 6. Increase the depth of water gradually as the seedlings grow but do not completely submerge seedlings. ![]() 7. Do not irrigate for 2-3 days after sowing to allow roots to anchor. Take care during the wet season as rainfall immediately after seeding may wash away the newly sown seeds. ![]() 8. Floodwater can rise as the seedlings grow to give better control of weeds. ![]()
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