Archive · 20 May 2025

Genome-Edited Rice Varieties Promise Water Savings and Higher Yields

Genome-Edited Rice Varieties Promise Water Savings and Higher Yields

Scientists have created new rice that uses less water.

They did this by changing the rice's genes, like giving it superpowers.

This new rice can grow more food and help save water, which is important for India's farmers.

It can also help reduce pollution from rice farming.

However, some people are worried about whether these changes are safe for people and the environment.

The scientists say it is safe because it's similar to other rice developed using traditional approaches, and the government has given it the go-ahead to grow.

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