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Revolutionary Non-GMO Rice Cuts Methane Emissions by 70%

2/5/2025

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A groundbreaking non-GMO rice cultivar from China is set to transform agriculture by slashing methane emissions by 70% while boosting yields. Developed through traditional breeding, this innovative rice produced an impressive 8.96 tons per hectare in trials, exceeding the global average and offering hope for a more sustainable future in rice farming.

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A groundbreaking non-GMO rice cultivar from China is set to transform agriculture by slashing methane emissions by 70% while boosting yields. Developed through traditional breeding, this innovative rice produced an impressive 8.96 tons per hectare in trials, exceeding the global average and offering hope for a more sustainable future in rice farming.