TANZANIA – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), through funding from the European Union (EU), has embarked on training farmers on the system of rice intensification technology (SRI) in an effort to improve their yields and incomes. IPP Media reports that FAO has earmarked farmers in the Morogoro and Mbeya regions by […]
In sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), the rapid expansion of rice consumption in recent years has led to increased production. It is assumed that the expansion of rice production in SSA is mainly due to an increase in production area, while the total amount of unutilized arable land is decreasing. In this paper, we first analyze the […]
In 2023, the agricultural sector witnessed a significant shift towards sustainability, with green rice production marking a notable increase. This transformative move not only underscored the global commitment to environmental stewardship but also reflected the growing consumer demand for products that are both healthful and environmentally friendly. Rice, a staple food for over half of […]