Rallis India and Paryan Alliance Join Forces to Deliver Smart, Sustainable Rice Farming Solutions

Rallis India Ltd has officially entered a licensing partnership with Paryan Alliance to introduce FullPage herbicide tolerance rice technology in India. This cutting-edge technology, pioneered by Paryan, offers rice varieties tolerant to specific herbicides, allowing effective weed control without harming the crop. The partnership paves the way for more sustainable and mechanized rice farming practices in the country.

Herbicide tolerance in rice has been a critical development to tackle the persistent issue of weedy rice, which closely resembles cultivated rice but competes aggressively, reducing productivity. Traditional chemical controls often damage the crop as well, limiting options for farmers. FullPage technology optimizes herbicide application, enhancing yield and reducing manual labor.

The collaboration focuses on scaling this non-GM innovation to the Indian rice belt, especially in rainfed and direct-seeded rice farming systems. Rallis India, leveraging its extensive agricultural expertise and distribution network, will drive adoption and technology dissemination, aiming to elevate productivity and sustainability for farmers.

Notable Updates:  

- Rallis India secured exclusive licensing rights from Paryan Alliance for FullPage herbicide tolerance rice technology in India.  

- The technology is non-genetically modified, focusing on tolerance to herbicides to control weedy rice effectively.  

- Expected to reduce cultivation costs by allowing mechanized weed control and addressing labor shortages in rice farming.  

- Target adoption in major rice-growing states with emphasis on small and marginal farmers.  

- Aligns with Indian research developments on herbicide tolerant rice varieties to support sustainable agriculture.

Major Takeaways:

- This partnership marks a significant step in introducing advanced weed management technology to Indian paddy fields.  

- FullPage technology enhances yield potential by minimizing crop loss due to weeds.  

- Rallis India’s collaboration with Paryan Alliance accelerates technology access and farmer outreach in key agricultural regions. 
 
- Adoption of herbicide tolerant rice supports environmental benefits by reducing chemical use and labor inputs.  

This collaboration between Rallis India and Paryan Alliance represents a major advancement in the Indian rice sector, promising economic and environmental benefits through innovative, sustainable farming techniques.

Sources: National Stock Exchange Circular, Paryan Alliance, ICAR-NRRI Research Bulletins.