The most important food crop in Manipur is:

• Boro rice: This is a short-duration variety of rice that is grown in the wet areas of Manipur. It is a high-yielding variety of rice and is harvested in about 100 days.
• Aus rice: This is a medium-duration variety of rice that is grown in the dry areas of Manipur. It is a medium-yielding variety of rice and is harvested in about 120 days.
• Jhum rice: This is a traditional variety of rice that is grown in the hill areas of Manipur. It is a low-yielding variety of rice and is harvested in about 150 days.

Rice is an important part of the Manipuri culture and is used in many traditional dishes. It is also used in religious ceremonies and festivals.