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01-01-1978 The focal point of this study is the pressing need to utilize rice husk as an energy source, especially in the developing countries. It surveys the available processes and equipment for burning rice husk for energy production, mainly inside rice mills, combined, with high grade ash production and...
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01-02-2000 A thesis for the degree of Master of Science in Agriculture, University of the Ryukyus, Okinawa, Japan 108 pages, illustrated
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19-01-1981 A handbook for rice production specialists by the International Rice Research Institute. 16 pages, illustrated, photos
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Access Agriculture Training Video Participatory varietal selection or PVS is a method that allows different stakeholders to get involved in identifying constraints and selecting new varieties out of the hundreds developed by rice breeders. During three years multiple stakeholders are involved in...
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- Alternate wetting and drying (AWD) is a management practice in irrigated lowland rice that saves water and reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while maintaining yields. The practice of AWD is defined by the periodic drying and re-flooding of the rice field. While AWD requires a specific water...
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This technology kit attempts to accomplish the primary objective of providing and presenting technological options for rice production systems. The technologies presented are proven technologies based on a variety of sources including institutional research, farmer-level field experiences and/or...
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This paper presents basic information on the biology of most insect pests of rice and describes the damage inflicted by them.
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The aim of this Agrodok is to inform extension workers and smallholder rice farmers in tropical Africa about current views concerning efficient, profitable and sustainable lowland rice farming and rice processing.
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This publication introduces the "new rice for Africa". NERICA is well adapted to the harsh growing environment in sub-Saharan Africa.
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This publication provides practical and comprehensive information to integrated pest managementworkers in rice fields throughout tropical Asia. It briefly discusses rice plant structure and growth stages and stresses their relation to pest management.