Rice ratooning makes a comeback Rice ratooning makes a comeback April 23, 2020 The cultivation of rice ratoon crops has not gained widespread use because of its typically unpredictable and...Read More
Bacterial blight-resistance gene discovered in wild rice from South America Bacterial blight-resistance gene discovered in wild rice from South America February 26, 2020 Bacterial blight of rice caused by Xanthomonasoryzae pv. oryzae (Xoo) is one of the most destructive diseases...Read More
In retrospect: IRRI Annual Report 1963 In retrospect: IRRI Annual Report 1963 February 18, 2020 The international program of the Institute has, as its main objective, the dissemination of ideas and materials....Read More
Agricultural mechanization shaping the future of Burundi’s rice sector Agricultural mechanization shaping the future of Burundi’s rice sector February 12, 2020 For many African countries like Burundi, agricultural mechanization can be a transformative tool for achieving food security...Read More
In retrospect: IRRI Annual Report 1961-62 In retrospect: IRRI Annual Report 1961-62 January 30, 2020 The overall research program of the Institute is oriented toward both basic and applied research. It is...Read More
Myanmar strengthens partnerships with private sector in scaling-out laser land leveling Myanmar strengthens partnerships with private sector in scaling-out laser land leveling January 15, 2020 . “Laser land leveling is not a new technology in Myanmar having been first used in 1996,”...Read More
Developing a new model for quality rice seed production for Odisha’s farmers Developing a new model for quality rice seed production for Odisha’s farmers January 8, 2020 3 . Quality seed is not only the most basic input, but it also influences how the crop...Read More
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Rice Technology Transfer Systems: A driving force for the development of rice production across Asia and Africa Rice Technology Transfer Systems: A driving force for the development of rice production across Asia and Africa October 23, 2019 The 16-year partnership between the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the Rural Development Administration (RDA) of...Read More
Field of spirits Field of spirits October 9, 2019 Before modern science, Filipino rice farmers relied on superstitions for bountiful harvestsRead More