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Origin of the rice variety Kasalath
The heritage of the rice variety Kasalath is an interesting story and showcases the importance of rice genetic diversity conservation.
Hotter temperatures better at preserving rice seeds
Did you know that placing your wet iPhone in a bag filled with rice can suck the moisture out and leave it dry? It’s an old trick that truly works.…
Golden Rice in the news
New research shows that beta carotene in Golden Rice is as good as beta carotene in oil at providing vitamin A to children.
Progress towards constructing rice genetic maps
Have you found yourself traveling to unfamiliar places and relying solely on maps? Isn’t it a lot quicker to get to your destination when taking notes of the landmarks? As…