Agriculture

Question

State the climate conditions required for the cultivation of rice. Mention the leading producer of rice.

Answer

Rice is the staple diet of the tropical and sub-tropical regions. Rice needs high temperature, high humidity and rainfall. It grows best in alluvial clayey soil, which can retain water.

China leads in the production of rice followed by India, Japan, Sri Lanka and Egypt. 

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