Chin Hui Shan SINGAPORE – To mitigate the effects of rice cultivation on climate change and meet rising demand for rice, researchers in Singapore have come up with a way to grow
15 March 2025, Philippines: Southeast Asia comprises around a third of the total rice harvest worldwide. It is also home to two of the top rice-exporting countries in
Scientists have developed a new rice variety that emits 70 percent less methane compared to regular rice. The new rice variety has been developed through traditional plant
By Daphne Ewing-Chow Senior Contributor. Stories about food & agriculture through the lens of climate change. Rice, the world’s most consumed staple, provides 20% of global
In recent years, the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology has repeatedly issued directives advising farmers against dry-season rice farming, adjusting its recommendations
By Saptakee S. Verra recently introduced the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Methodology VM0051 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from rice farming. Under this guideline, farmers
By Khaosod English BANGKOK — Together with Thai partner networks, the BMZ Green Climate Fund is driving forward the reform of rice cultivation. A total of 118 million euros
Thailand is set to transform its rice sector through the 118 million euro-funded initiative: Thai Rice: Strengthening Climate-Smart Rice Farming Project. Aiming to support 253,400
Dr Waqar Ahmad | Khalid Saeed Wattoo. In recent years, Pakistan has been grappling with twin challenges: ensuring an adequate food supply to meet the dietary needs of a rapidly