Chinese scientists have created self-cloning hybrid rice that allows farmers to replant high-yield seeds without loss of performance, cutting seed costs by up to 99% and boosting food security.
Rice farmers in the United States are turning their fields into seasonal wetlands, helping millions of migratory birds thrive while naturally fertilising their soil and improving harvests.
Rice prices are dropping to their lowest point in nearly two decades, suggesting that despite climate challenges, the world still has a strong chance of avoiding widespread food shortages.
