January 7, 2026 | The Consortium of International Agricultural Research Centres (CGIAR) |
IRRI) has introduced an innovative all-in-one machine in Vietnam that integrates mechanized dry direct seeding (mDSR) with deep fertilizer placement. Field demonstrations in Dong Nai Province showed that the technology can reduce GHGs by 30% and water consumption by 50% while simultaneously increasing yields by over 5%. The machine is particularly suited for water-constrained regions and offers a compact solution for small- to medium-scale farmers to lower labor and fertilizer costs.
