Rice is more than a food item for Sri Lankans; it is a kind of politico-cultural staple. Hence its ability to make or break governments. One of the key factors that led to the 1953 Hartal was a steep ...

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- A Member of Parliament (MP) has proposed that the government amend the Control of Paddy and ...

Scientists have developed a new rice strain that emits 70% less methane, addressing a major source of greenhouse gas ...