Rice plans
'We are now developing submergence-tolerant versions of other rice varieties widely grown in Asia.' David Mackill, IRRI, the Philippines
As well as developing plants for farming in Laos, Bangladesh and India, David's team of plant experts are trying to find out all about the Sub1A submergence-resistance gene so that future rice breeds might survive an even bigger soaking and still give a good yield.
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