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Science

IRRI researchers capture consumer insights on low glycemic index rice in ongoing market study

October 28, 2024

by Jhoanne Ynion, Marie Claire Custodio, Glenn Vincent Ong, Reuben James Buenafe, Nese Sreenivasulu, Hans De Steur, and Matty Demont…

Are rice systems sustainable in Sri Lanka? – A case of Deduru Oya reservoir irrigation scheme

June 24, 2024

by M. Jayasiri, N. Dayawansa, Karin Ingold, and Sudhir Yadav Paddy cultivation is significant in Sri Lanka, as 15% of…

Unearthing old rice germplasm, illuminating a new way to improvement

May 20, 2024

Scientists are delving into molecular genetics to enhance crop yield per unit. This approach hinges on unlocking the potential of…

Breeding rice for salinity tolerance and salt-affected soils in Africa: A review

May 6, 2024

Soil salinity is one of the most severe and common abiotic stresses affecting Africa's rice productivity. To better present the…

The acceptability of locally adapted japonica rice variety in selected rice farmers in Bohol and Nueva Ecija, Philippines

April 22, 2024

The japonica variety is intentionally cultivated by some Filipino rice farmers to cater to the high-end consumer market as its…

Balancing food security, vertebrate biodiversity, and healthy rice agroecosystems in Southeast Asia

April 4, 2024

In Southeast Asia, as mechanization increases, there is a need to evaluate the impact of how related changes in farming…

Experience of farmers using mobile phone for farming information flow in boro rice production: A case of Eastern Gangetic Plain

March 11, 2024

This research was inspired by exploring another technique farmers have adopted: accessing information through mobile phone apps or communication. Mobile…

Policies

Women-led community institutions as a potential vehicle for the adoption of varieties and improved seed practices: an impact case from India

July 17, 2024

by Mosharaf Hossain, Swati Nayak, Subhasmita Mohapatra, Pooja Trivedi, and Showkat A. Waza In recent times, the role of women…

Building collaborations that count

June 20, 2024

by Harsha Jain, Hom Gartaula, Ranjitha Puskur, and Richa Shivhare The CGIAR Gender Equality Initiative aims to bundle socio-technical innovations…

Understanding the information gender gap when talking to women farmers about seeds

May 28, 2024

Participatory approaches, such as user testing, to assess the effectiveness of information pathways provide insider knowledge about the dynamics of…

Enhancing Indigenous Peoples’ participation in climate policy processes

May 13, 2024

Indigenous Peoples have been portrayed as highly vulnerable to climate change while at the same time possessing skills and knowledge…

Achieving critical mass for the greening of rice fallows in Odisha

April 16, 2024

CGIAR centers are collaborating with the Department of Farmers’ Empowerment of Odisha to bring rice fallows into cultivation under the…

For women farmers, by women farmers: Facilitating timely access to quality inputs and services through women farmer service centers

March 25, 2024

The gender gap in access to inputs has affected productivity in agriculture for the longest time and has proven to…

Do rice farmers have knowledge of greenhouse gas emission mitigation strategies? New evidence from Nigeria

March 19, 2024

The greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from rice fields contribute significantly to global warming and climate change. Therefore, mitigating emissions from…

Partnerships

Scaling high-yield rice variety in Kenya: Placing farmer cooperatives at the helm

October 16, 2024

by Shilomboleni, Helena; Murori, Rosemary; Njau, Simon; Musila, Ruth; Panchbhai, Ajay; Menge, Daniel; Ismail, Abdelbhagi; and Connor, Melanie Key messages:…

Shattering food, nutrition, and economic security barriers in Bangladesh through mixed farming systems

June 3, 2024

Including mixed farming systems in traditional agricultural systems has potential benefits for farmers, especially for smallholder and marginal farmers. It…

Odisha revives grass pea cultivation to turn fallow lands into fertile grounds

April 29, 2024

Apart from its nutritional value, the grass pea can be grown as a relay crop after rice while enough soil…

Progressive woman farmer leads the way in promoting DSR-based cropping system in Odisha

April 8, 2024

The case of Mrs. Bishnupriya Biswal reflects the importance of considering subjective social paradigms in designing interventions. Her newfound confidence…

Innovative crop management strategies transform the fallowed field —and the life —of a woman farmer

January 22, 2024

Binodini Swain's story serves as an inspiring example for farmers in Odisha who leave their lands fallow instead of cultivating…

Training private seed-sector stakeholders in Bangladesh to navigate the complex, shifting agricultural challenges

November 28, 2023

Scientists, researchers, and producers from private seed companies were trained to upgrade their skills with cutting-edge knowledge and advanced techniques…

Promoting sustainable agriculture and empowering small-scale farmers through quality seeds and training

November 13, 2023

Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state in India, heavily relies on rice as a staple food, making rice farming a…

Opinion

Ups and downs in the world rice market

July 2, 2024

by Val Pede and David Dawe International rice prices have risen substantially. Over the past year, the main factors driving…

Transforming agricultural research and development systems to meet 21st Century needs for climate action

June 7, 2024

Research paradigms suitable for 20th-century challenges, such as the Green Revolution, need to give way to those better suited to…

Gene-editing technologies for developing climate-resilient rice crops in sub-Saharan Africa: Political priorities and space for responsible innovation

March 4, 2024

The growing demand for rice in sub-Saharan Africa has seen an increase in policy initiatives aimed at developing domestic rice…

Together we can sow the seeds of regenerative agriculture

September 13, 2023

With global populations expected to grow to 10 billion by 2050, it is estimated that rice production will need to…

Climate-smart rice production approaches for sustainable agriculture

August 14, 2023

Developing climate-smart rice production technologies offers a promising strategy to combat climate change, increase rice yields, achieve sustainable agriculture, and…

Sustainable management of transboundary pests requires holistic and inclusive solutions

July 29, 2022

Effective plant health management requires holistic approaches that focus on preventing entry, establishment, and spread of invasive pests and pathogens,…

The African Continental Free Trade Area agreement impact on agricultural and food trade: a value added perspective

April 19, 2022

The African Continental Free Trade Area agreement is going to be a major trade shock. Our results show that it…

Maps

Rice-fallow targeting for cropping intensification through geospatial technologies in the rice belt of Northeast India

February 1, 2024

Around 80% of India’s rice production is from the eastern Indian states of Odisha, West Bengal, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya…

New study shows informed decisions can minimize the impacts of adverse weather on farmers and rice production in Tanzania’s floodplains

December 14, 2023

Scientists from the Sokoine University of Agriculture, the University of Copenhagen, the Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute, and the International Rice…

Variety-based climate-smart intervention helps smallholder farmers cope with floods in the lowlands of Odisha

September 5, 2023

Natural calamities, primarily floods, of varying intensity adversely affect the standing crop leading to poor harvests. Such untoward climatic shocks…

Mapping and monitoring the rice crop in Vietnam: Experience using RIICE technologies

March 1, 2022

Remote sensing based Information and Insurance for Crops in emerging Economies (RIICE) has been applied over main rice production areas;…

RICA: A rice crop calendar for Asia based on MODIS multi-year data

November 5, 2021

Crop calendars report the timing of key agricultural activities and crop development. At their most detailed, crop calendars can support…

Using Sentinel-1, Sentinel-2, and Planet imagery to map crop type of smallholder farms

July 5, 2021

In this study, we used radial kernel support vector machine (SVM) to map the crop types of smallholder farms in…

Climate change impacts on rice in Africa

July 3, 2018

Irrigated rice production in East Africa is projected to increase slightly due to CO2 fertilization and less cold stress opening…

Culture

Return to Roots: A recollection of the past, a revelation of the present

December 7, 2023

One important insight that I would like to share is that rice-themed paintings usually display positive messages. The rice fields…

IRC 2023 exhibit combines science and art to explore a food-secure future

November 22, 2023

All Tomorrows’ Harvest, a contemporary art exhibition at the 6th International Rice Congress, explored the possibilities for achieving a…

Rice on TikTok: 1st Tinawon Rice Festival in Ifugao, Philippines

October 5, 2023

Tinawon refers to local rice varieties grown in the province of Ifugao in the Philippines. Tinawon rice means “annual rice"…

Kitchen stars shine with award-winning and highly nutritious Malusog Rice recipes

August 31, 2023

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI ) community demonstrates creative cooking skills and explores delicious, affordable, and nutritious meals featuring…