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A new Rice Today article highlights the need for “structural synergy” in rice breeding, breaking down silos & bringing genetics, agronomy, economics, social science, & market perspectives together. 🔗Bit.ly/4gUnEMd
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Sep 21
A tiny genetic signature could help breeders build a stronger defense against one of rice’s most destructive diseases. Scientists from IRRI, BRRI, & UPLB have identified Ptr-a, a gene that provides broad-spectrum resistance against neck blast. 🔗bit.ly/4yA3NHX
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Sep 21
In the media: In this opinion editorial, Korean Ambassador Lee Dong-Gy reflects on the deep historical ties between Korea and the Philippines through the lens of rice science. Read the full article: bit.ly/4yEYozj
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Sep 18
Seeds of Science: What if we could improve rice varieties that farmers already trust & grow, instead of always starting from scratch? Read the full story on Rice Today to see how this approach is helping breeders develop better rice: bit.ly/4xs2VnU
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Sep 18
At UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia, IRRI & partners highlighted how integrating land restoration, climate action, biodiversity, & food security can make environmental investments more efficient and more attractive to finance. 🔗Read more: bit.ly/4hqUx33
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