White rice typically grows in a process involving seedling cultivation and subsequent transplantation into flooded paddy fields.
Here's a breakdown of the growing process:
- Seed Preparation: Rice seeds are initially sown in prepared beds.
- Seedling Growth: The seeds germinate and grow into seedlings in these beds.
- Transplantation: After 25 to 50 days, when the seedlings have matured to a certain size, they are carefully transplanted to a paddy field.
- Paddy Field Preparation: The paddy field is specifically prepared for rice cultivation. It is enclosed by levees (embankments) to retain water.
- Flooding: The prepared paddy field is then flooded with water, typically to a depth of 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches). This submerged environment is maintained throughout the growing season.
- Growth and Maturation: The transplanted rice seedlings grow and mature in the flooded paddy field, eventually producing rice grains.
In summary, white rice cultivation relies on flooding fields after transplanting seedlings, a process essential for its growth and yield.
