Choose a rice variety suited to your climate and growing season
Select a field or container with full sun and a reliable water source
Prepare the soil by clearing weeds and loosening the top layer
Level the planting area for even water distribution
Add compost or fertilizer if needed based on soil condition
Soak rice seeds in water for 24 to 48 hours
Drain the seeds and keep them moist until they sprout
Start seedlings in a nursery bed or tray if transplanting
Flood the field with a shallow layer of water if growing paddy rice
Transplant seedlings when they are strong enough or sow sprouted seeds directly
Space seedlings evenly in rows or clusters
Keep the field consistently wet during early growth
Control weeds regularly
Add fertilizer at the recommended growth stages
Monitor for pests and diseases
Drain excess water before harvest
Harvest when the grains are mature and the stalks turn golden
Dry the harvested rice before threshing and storage