Identifying drought tolerant genotypes of rice (Oryza sativa L.) using participatory research approach for resource poor farmers of Orissa

To encourage rice-rice cropping system, enhance yield and livelihood in rainfed areas, Drought Breeding Network, Cuttack conducted “Participatory Varietal Selection (PVS)” trial at Samian and Berna village under drought prone rainfed condition during wet season. The management practices were consistent with local crop husbandry used by farmers and evaluations were made by the farmers.