IRRI and Taiwan ICDF tackle the climate and food crises by fostering rice straw circular economies in SEA
April 12, 2024 | IRRI |
The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the Taiwan International Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF) signed a cooperation agreement to implement the Sustainable and Low-Carbon Rice Innovations in Southeast Asia (Cabin) from 2024 to 2028. The project aims to address knowledge gaps in rice straw management, promoting sustainable practices to enhance productivity and income while reducing environmental impact. By fostering circular economies and providing capacity building, the initiative targets Vietnam, the Philippines, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Laos. IRRI highlights the high demand for capacity building in these countries, emphasizing the project's focus on tailored training and strategy development to promote sustainable rice straw management practices.
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April 12, 2024 | IRRI |Â Â The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the Taiwan International Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF) signed a cooperation agreement to implement the Sustainab
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