New rice varieties resistant to extreme weather are being tested, says Zolkafly
Translated from Malay and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.
At a glance
News
Named sources
Ongoing story
- New rice varieties designed to withstand extreme weather and use less water are being developed in Perak, Malaysia.
- The effort involves agencies including the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute and the Malaysian Nuclear Agency.
New rice varieties that can withstand extreme weather and require less water are being developed to help rice farmers cope with unpredictable conditions, Perak agriculture committee chairman Datuk Zolkafly Harun said.
The work is being carried out by relevant agencies, including the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute, known as MARDI, and the Malaysian Nuclear Agency.
About this summary
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
More Stories
From Our Blog
What Gets Lost (and Found) When News Is Translated
The Critical Role of Diaspora Media in Global News
What Travellers Should Know About Countries with Restricted Press
A Digital Nomad's Guide to Following Local News
How the Same Story Looks Different in Different Countries
