Scientists have pinpointed a gene that enables rice plants to produce around 20% more grain by increasing uptake of phosphorus.


Scientists have pinpointed a gene that enables rice plants to produce around 20% more grain by increasing uptake of phosphorus.

Recent research shows that, globally, the top 13 zoonotic diseases are responsible for 2.2 million human deaths every year. The vast majority of these deaths are in low- and middle-income countries, where they often affect disenfranchised communities. …

As fresh waves of floods hit India, IRRI has stepped up to provide free flood-tolerant rice seeds.

Amidst horrendous flooding in the Philippines, there’s some good news for farmers – Submarino rice – that can survive floods.

8 August 2012, Rome – Immediate action needed to promote sustainable diets and food biodiversity so as to improve the health of humans and of the planet – the key message of a book just published by FAO and Bioversity International.