Parnelli Rice

Parnelli is an upland rice from North Korea. It has exceptional yields at 12 pounds or more per 100 square foot bed, maturing 110 days from transplanting. The plants are tall at a height of 4 1/2 feet, and have very thick and robust stalks. I had zero issues with lodging with this variety. It has short awns and produces short grain kernels with a delicious but somewhat unique flavor. A bit floral, with a hint of sweetness. Parnelli also worked great as fried rice.