Author(s): Sheikh Aadil Mushtaq, Sanjay Khar, Sushil Sharma and JP Singh

Abstract: Basmati 370 is one of the outstanding varieties of Basmati rice with higher aroma, elongated grains and better cooking quality. The knowledge regarding the morphological and engineering properties of an agricultural crop is important for designing/developing different parts of the farm machinery and also for developing an ergonomically suited machine. This paper presents detailed morphological parameters of Basmati 370 paddy crop variety, especially with reference to its cultivation in the Jammu Division of UT of J&K. The parameters noted were plant height, number of tillers, leaf dimensions, along with panicle length, stem morphology and grain characterization. The findings revealed the essential dimensions and operational requirements for harvester that can handle the physical characteristics of Basmati-370 effectively, aiming to enhance efficiency, reduce crop losses, and support the mechanization of harvesting for small-scale and marginal farmers in Jammu. Understanding the morphological characteristics of Basmati 370 will better guide the development of harvesting units, planters, and other equipment toward equipping them for the specific needs of the crop and region.

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