The document summarizes experiences with the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method in Medak District, Andhra Pradesh, India over 6 seasons from 2003-2006. 84 farmers tried SRI, with 3 continuing to use the method and 1 farmer trying it for 3 or more seasons. The majority (70) only practiced SRI once. A variety of rice varieties were planted using SRI methods. Key lessons included increased awareness of SRI, farmers being convinced of the low seed rate, and low pest and disease incidence, but also a need for more training on nursery raising, planting techniques, and water management. Weed control also required modification depending on soil type.

1. Experiences in System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in Medak District, Andhra Pradesh Dr. V. SHASHI BHUSHAN PROFESSOR ENTOMOLOGY ANGRAU, HYDERABAD

3. Nursery preparation

16. EXTENT OF AREA PLANTED Varieties planted: MTU-1010 JGL-1798 HMT SONA SONAM, GHORAKNATH BPT-5204 SHANTI SUMATHI RNR-22684

31. Lessons learned: -- Awareness about the technology -- Convinced about low seed rate -- Low pest and disease incidence -- Need for more skill training on nursery raising, planting, and water management -- Weeders need some modification depending on the soil type

33. Tillering in SRI