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One important insight that I would like to share is that rice-themed paintings usually display positive messages. The rice fields signify abundance, blessings, serenity, happiness, and hope. Rice farmers represent family, perseverance, teamwork, camaraderie, and patience. There are many more things it symbolizes...

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

Tinawon refers to local rice varieties grown in the province of Ifugao in the Philippines. Tinawon rice means “annual rice” referring to the long...

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

Biological diversity is undoubtedly a global asset of tremendous value to future generations. Yet, certain human activities are leading to the deterioration...

Join us at the 6th International Rice Congress,  the world’s largest gathering of thought leaders, scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders on rice...

World Sparrow Day (20 March) celebrates one of the most abundant birds in the world that was once considered a menace to agriculture. However, house sparrows...

Rice Krispies is a breakfast cereal made of rice and sugar paste that is formed into rice-grain shape, cooked, dried, and toasted. ...

Rice is believed to be first cultivated in Japan on the southern island of Kyushu in the late Jomon Era (about 400 BCE). Introduced to Japan from China...

This beloved festival features Htamane, a savory dish made of glutinous white and purple nga cheik rice. ...