Citation
(2010), "Devgen and International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) form a partnership", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 40 No. 5. https://doi.org/10.1108/nfs.2010.01740eab.008
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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Devgen and International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) form a partnership
Article Type: Food facts From: Nutrition & Food Science, Volume 40, Issue 5.
Devgen (Euronext Brussels; DEVG) and the IRRI today announced the establishment of a partnership for the development of hybrid rice varieties capable of withstanding drought more efficiently than the presently available varieties. In recent years, rice crops in China, India and other drought-affected countries in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa seriously suffered from drought stress resulting in reduced rice production. In rain fed areas, rice farmers are highly dependent on rainfall to grow their crops. In the absence of rain, “drought stress” can have a severe impact on yield.
IRRI is a non-profit independent organisation that, through rice research, aims to reduce poverty and hunger, improve the health of rice farmers and consumers and ensure rice production is environmentally sustainable. www.irri.org