Southeast Asia must close yield gap to remain a major rice bowl
At least 40% of global rice exports come from Southeast Asia, making the region a major rice bowl. The region helps feed other parts of the world such as Africa and the Middle East.
At least 40% of global rice exports come from Southeast Asia, making the region a major rice bowl. The region helps feed other parts of the world such as Africa and the Middle East.
Agriculture
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Plants & Animals
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A healthy bee population would represent a financial boon for Ireland's apple growers suggests new UCD research.
Ecology
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Biotechnology
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Plants & Animals
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Ecology
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Plants & Animals
Feb 14, 2022
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Mathematicians at the University of Leicester have developed a new mathematical model which could greatly increase the efficiency of pest control and hence significantly reduce the impact of pests on crops whilst minimizing ...
Ecology
Feb 10, 2022
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Plants & Animals
Feb 2, 2022
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Ecology
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