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  1. Myanmar and the Indian Ocean Region committed to shared goals regarding maritime security and stability.
  2. Cooperation in the Indian Ocean region is growing, highlighted by enhanced bilateral ties through economic agreements and the recognition of the region's unique identity.
  3. India is expanding its partnerships and influence across the Indian Ocean, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Indian Academic Research Achieves High-Yielding, Drought-Resistant Rice Strains

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 23
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Researchers from Central Agricultural University have successfully developed advanced rice breeding lines that can achieve yield gains between 36 to 82 percent under drought conditions. The study evaluated 40 breeding lines, which incorporated four combined drought-tolerance genes (QTLs) into the popular DRR Dhan 50 rice variety. This achievement was made using QTL pyramiding, a conventional, marker-assisted breeding technique without introducing foreign genes.

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The successful development of these lines offers a crucial shortcut for delivering climate-resilient seeds to farmers. This innovation holds significant promise for rainfed agriculture in eastern and central India, as well as in drought-prone regions of Africa and Southeast Asia.

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Who's involved

  • Central Agricultural UniversityAgricultural university in India leading the research into advanced rice strains.
  • Southeast AsiaGeopolitical region targeted for agricultural stability improvements.
  • AfricaContinent targeted for agricultural productivity increases.
  • RICEThe crop at the center of the successful genetic innovation.

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