Planting rice involves preparing the soil and creating flooded fields, known as paddies. Farmers typically start by tilling the land to break up the soil and remove weeds. After that, they flood the fields with water, which helps to create a suitable environment for the rice seedlings to grow. Once the paddies are ready, farmers either sow seeds directly into the water or transplant young seedlings from a nursery. The rice plants require consistent water and sunlight to thrive. After several months, the rice is harvested when the grains are mature and ready for processing.