Japan and IRRI kick off rice carbon neutrality project in the ASEAN region
June 24, 2024 | IRRI | Source |
In a landmark collaboration, Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF), along with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and partners, launched the "Development of Rice Cropping Systems Toward Carbon Neutrality and Food Security in ASEAN Countries" project at IRRI Headquarters in Los Baños, Philippines. Beginning with pilot programs in the Philippines and Vietnam, the five-year initiative aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from rice production while enhancing food security in ASEAN nations. Led by Dr. Joanna Kane-Potaka of IRRI and supported by MAFF, the project focuses on integrating low-carbon farming practices through rigorous research and stakeholder collaboration. It seeks to identify emission hotspots, develop innovative crop management systems, and scale up successful strategies across the region. This effort underscores a pivotal step towards sustainable agriculture, aiming to transform rice farming practices for environmental resilience and long-term food security across Southeast Asia.
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June 24, 2024 | IRRI | Source |Â In a landmark collaboration, Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF), along with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and partner
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