Waterproof rice unveiled
Scientists have unveiled a new variety of flood-resistant rice that stands up to a soaking for up to two weeks. They hope this new 'aqua' rice will help fight the famine that so often follows a flood in some of the world's poorest areas.
'We're especially pleased that we have been able to use the latest advances in molecular biology to help improve the lives of the world's poor.' David Mackill, crop expert, International Rice Research Institute, the Philippines
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Rice farming in the Philippines.
Image: International Rice Research Institute |
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