Researchers in Thailand have developed a new variety of rice that can survive floods and resist certain pests. Thailand is one of the world’s largest rice exporters. But unpredictable weather conditions prevail there, such as deadly droughts and heavy floods. Due to these problems, the agricultural sector of the country is facing huge losses. New research could help contribute to global food security.
The people of Thailand have been dealing with the problem of natural disasters for a long time. Droughts and heavy floods are disrupting their crop production and food supply.
Farmers in Thailand have faced many challenges in the last few years. Heavy floods have submerged their paddy fields. They have suffered a lot financially. Besides, it is not possible to produce enough paddy.
Rice production is becoming more difficult for Thailand’s farmers. For ten years, the bio-technological institute of Thailand has been researching new varieties of rice.
Finally, they have found rice varieties that are able to survive these natural disasters. Climate change is disrupting agriculture in Thailand. For this, they needed rice varieties that could adapt to the effects of hydrological changes.
Recently, Thai scientists have made satisfactory progress in research. Besides, attention is being paid to ensure that insects and bacteria do not damage the rice and that the farmers are protected from the risks.
New varieties of rice can bring financial prosperity to farmers. Thailand has achieved the leading position in the world in rice exports. Thailand plays an important role in meeting the demand for rice in many regions of the world.
Thailand needs to produce enough rice in response to natural disasters, including warming, and climate change. This research will play an important role in improving farmers’ financial viability and meeting the global food demand.