Crop Production/27 May, 11:04
Indonesia says rice output can hold despite El Niño risk
Indonesia expects rice production to remain stable despite El Niño risk, supported by irrigation measures, higher cropping intensity and large reserves.
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Crop Production/25 May, 12:40
Rains lift Türkiye's grain outlook but damage fruit and vegetable quality
Heavier rainfall in Türkiye has revived grain prospects after two drought years, but fruit and vegetable quality has deteriorated and rust has appeared in some cereal fields.
Crop Production/23 May, 11:04
Direct-seeded rice project in Telangana lifts yields and cuts water use
A direct-seeded rice initiative led by IIRR and SBI Foundation in Telangana delivered yield gains of 8-13% while cutting water use by 25-35%. The project expanded quickly and…
Crop Production/22 May, 11:04
Kansas wheat crop heads for worst year since 1972 under drought and rising costs
Kansas wheat growers are heading into harvest under severe drought, disease pressure and higher input costs, with U.S. production projected at its lowest since 1972.
Crop Production/21 May, 09:28
Rain in drought-hit South Australian districts lifts hopes for crops and feed
Rainfall in parts of South Australia’s Mallee and Riverland is improving the mood after years of drought. Farmers are seeing better prospects for wheat, barley and lentils, but…
Crop Production/19 May, 15:52
Indonesia rice trials cut methane and lift yields in Central Java
Farmers in Central Java are testing a rice-growing package that Temasek Life Sciences Laboratory says can cut methane emissions by up to 50% while also raising yields. The…
Crop Production/19 May, 14:16
Indian scientists validate AI-designed gene editor for crops
Researchers at India’s Central Rice Research Institute say they have demonstrated the first successful use of an AI-designed genome-editing tool in plants. The work could broaden the toolbox…
Crop Production/18 May, 14:16
El Nino threatens kharif crop yields across India, ICAR-linked study shows
An ICAR-linked study found that El Nino years consistently cut yields of major kharif crops across many Indian districts. Researchers are urging policymakers to strengthen contingency plans through…
Crop Production/17 May, 14:16
Wild blueberry farms across Maine are losing yield as climate extremes intensify
Drought, heat and erratic rainfall are increasing pressure on Maine's wild blueberry growers and forcing costly spending on irrigation and mulch.
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