Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Odisha is the state where a farmer officially registered the indigenous paddy variety known as Keonjhar Kalachampa, notable for its resilience to diseases, pests, and climate change. Recognized by the government in 2015, the variety has been widely produced and distributed by the Odisha State Seeds Corporation (OSSC) and private players. Its features include non-lodging capacity, high yield, and adaptability to both timely and late sowing. Odisha has also taken significant steps toward preserving its traditional agricultural biodiversity through a dedicated gene bank initiative, ensuring the long-term conservation of native paddy seeds under controlled conditions for up to 50 years.