The rice harvest is full of stories
For us farmers,in Aceh, the harvest is the moment we are waiting for. Especially when the rice harvest has arrived. Many stories are engraved when the harvest arrives. New rice is still very smooth and fragrant, we can feel. Some of our crops are sold and we can buy other needs. For example we bought new clothes and new furniture. Then, children can play cheerfully, can also play soccer in the field that has been harvested. Livestock can be removed and grazed freely, if after harvest. We can also grow vegetables, while waiting for the next planting season.
Criterion of rice harvest
Rice harvest can be done when it has reached harvest criteria. According to the Rice Research Institute, the characteristics of rice crops ready to harvest are:
- Rice pads (90-95%) are yellowing.
- Age is sufficient based on descriptions of varieties
- Grain water content ranges from 21% to 26%
--Mekongga Varieties rice
Like Mekongga Varieties rice, which is one of the national superior varieties released in 2004. This rice varieties are relatively short-lived, ranging from 116-125 days