Increasing cultivation of special wheat varieties in Sitamarhi district
In Sitamarhi district, a special kind of wheat is being cultivated which has been produced for centuries. This wheat, known as Sonamoti wheat, is different from the common wheat found in the market and fetches a higher price, ranging from 80 to 100 rupees per kilogram. Another variety, Vanshi wheat, is the most expensive, selling for 100 to 120 rupees per kilogram.
Ancient origins and benefits of special wheat varieties
It is believed that the cultivation of these special wheat varieties dates back to the Harappan civilization. These wheat varieties are less susceptible to diseases and are beneficial for nutrition and health. Farmers require less investment and effort to produce these varieties, which offer high productivity.
Promotion of traditional wheat seeds in Bihar
The agriculture department in Bihar is promoting the cultivation of traditional wheat varieties like Sonamoti, Vanshi, and Tipua wheat across all districts. These varieties mature quickly and offer high yields, making them resilient to climate change. Farmers in 17 blocks of the district have started cultivating these varieties with encouraging results in crop yields and quality.
सीतामढ़ी जिले में महंगे और उत्तम गेहूं की खेती को बढ़ावा दिया जा रहा है, जिसकी उपज शताब्दी वर्ष पूर्व से की जा रही थी. इस गेहूं के नाम सोना मोती और वंशी है, जिनकी कीमत बाजार में 80 से 120 रुपए प्रति किलो तक है. इस किस्म के गेहूं की खेती प्राकृतिक रूप से पोषण और स्वास्थ्य के लिए उपयोगी है, जिससे किसान को कम खर्च और उच्च उत्पादकता मिलती है। बिहार सरकार द्वारा इन पारंपरिक बीजों की खेती को प्रोत्साहन दिया जा रहा है और किसानों को उनकी खेती में सफलता मिल रही है।
