Rice almanac

The book provides general information on rice, including its origin and subsequent diffusion, its growth and production, the environment in which it is grown, and opportunities for increased yields. Updated production and geographical data are presented in this sourcebook, as well as new information...

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Được phát hành: Manila, Philippines International rice research institute 1997
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Tóm tắt:The book provides general information on rice, including its origin and subsequent diffusion, its growth and production, the environment in which it is grown, and opportunities for increased yields. Updated production and geographical data are presented in this sourcebook, as well as new information on a number of African countries and regional information on rice production in West Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe. Specific subjects covered include: genetic diversity, morphology and growth, uses, and rice ecosystems. Rice cultivation around the world is reviewed, providing information on the importance of rice, crop environments (irrigated, rainfed lowland, upland and flood-prone), and production constraints and opportunities in 30 countries in Africa, Asia, and North, South and Central America; Australia is also covered. Various research issues are examined: pests, diseases, weeds, the water crisis, methane emission, increasing yield potential, and new research tools, such as biotechnology and crop modelling