UK – Maize, rice, wheat: alarm at rising climate risk to vital crops
British researchers used advanced climate modelling to show that extreme weather events could devastate food production if they occurred in several key areas at the same time.
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British researchers used advanced climate modelling to show that extreme weather events could devastate food production if they occurred in several key areas at the same time.
The hope is that these or similar genetic alterations could help rice and other crops survive devastating droughts, preventing food shortages in some of the poorest parts of the world. Ronald, a trim scientist with short brown hair, smiles as she looks down at the early results.
S2: Crops altered to survive harsher environmental conditions will be a crucial tool for helping “small farmers who produce in the more tropical environments, who will be the most exposed to climate shocks
A new practical manual helps guide farmers in Southeast Asia, the major rice productor
Weather, water availability and soil type all play a role in whether it is agronomical to grow rice in a region, but the most important reason is economics.
Thinking about efficiency and the best way to irrigate crops caring about the environment
Investments in irrigation systems will help small farmers and contribute to food security in the region
The government has so far set aside 8 billion rupees ($52 million) for cash-for-work programs in drought-hit areas.
New seeds, farm methods and education campaigns to understand the process, produce more and contribute to food security
The machine makes ‛V’ shaped lines into the soil, at a depth and width of 20cm, and sows rice seedlings automatically.
Rice production has been increasing as well the investigations about different varieties