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The Department of Crop Production (DCP), in collaboration with the Center for Agricultural Digital Transformation and Statistics (DTS) and the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), evaluated the usage and performance of the Rice Activity Monitoring and Reporting (RiceMoRe) and FarMore systems, marking a significant milestone in digital transformation for agricultural management in Vietnam. Hanoi, Vietnam (22 April 2024) – The

Apart from its nutritional value, the grass pea can be grown as a relay crop after rice while enough soil moisture is still available. Its ability to withstand drought and erratic rainfall patterns makes it an ideal choice for cultivation in water-stressed areas. Its robust growth and tolerance to stress contribute to its reliability as a lucrative option for farmers

Bangkok, Thailand (25 April 2024) – As global attention turns towards sustainable agricultural practices, the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) has organized the policy forum titled “Strengthening Thailand’s Low-Emission Rice Market: Learnings from the Thai Rice NAMA Project” at Asawin Grand Convention Hotel in Bangkok. The policy forum aims to address and deliberate on the critical developments and challenges in

The japonica variety is intentionally cultivated by some Filipino rice farmers to cater to the high-end consumer market as its attributes make it suitable for sushi and other Asian and Mediterranean cuisines. Despite consumer demand, there were limited market studies on the variety’s effectiveness and performance under local conditions from the farmers. This study aims to determine the farmers’ overall

LOS BAÑOS, Laguna (17 April 2024) – Aimed at leveraging the power of drone technology to boost farmers’ productivity and sustainability, the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the Department of Agriculture – Philippine Rice Research Institute (DA-PhilRice) have launched the Drones4Rice Project during the Inception Workshop held at the IRRI Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna on 16-17 April 2024.

Growing pulses and oilseeds crops in rice fallows provide farmers with additional income, livelihood opportunities, and food and nutrition security. (Photo: IRRI India) CGIAR centers are collaborating with the Department of Farmers’ Empowerment of Odisha to bring rice fallows into cultivation under the Comprehensive Rice Fallow Management Project. In the past two decades, Odisha has demonstrated remarkable resilience to droughts,

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) of Vietnam continued its consultations with the International Rice Research Institute to pursue the next steps of implementing the Sustainable development of one million hectares of high-quality and low-emission rice associated with green growth in the Mekong River Delta to 2030 (One Million Hectares) Program. The program aims to enhance the production

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) signed a cooperation agreement to implement the Capacity Building for Sustainable and Low-Carbon Rice Innovations in Southeast Asia (Cabin) project. This initiative aims to bridge knowledge gaps in sustainable and low-carbon rice production, focusing on sustainable rice straw innovations to enhance productivity and income while reducing