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More yields but less sales: Researchers seek solution to aroma preference conundrum in Tanzania’s rice sector

Preference for aromatic rice by consumers is an open secret in the rice sector in Tanzania. But this preference for a distinct scent in rice could be a root cause of stagnating rice production in the country. Researchers from AfricaRice (through ...

By Jonathan Odhong OnJuly 2, 2015

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Creating awareness in Tanzania on labour-saving technologies for weed control in rice

Africa RISING is creating awareness on available and appropriate labour-saving and efficient weed management practices to boost rice production in Tanzania.

By Jonathan Odhong OnDecember 10, 2014

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Rice weed management video shows farmers how to control weeds in lowland rice

Weeds are important constraints for rice production. Effective weed management can increase yields by more than 50%, but usually takes a lot of time. This farmer to farmer video produced by the Africa Rice Center shows farmers how to control weeds ...

By Catherine Njuguna OnJune 18, 2014

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Video explains use of a rotary weeder in lowland rice

Weeds are important constraints for rice production. Effective weed management can increase yields by more than 50%, but usually takes a lot of time. One such labor-saving method is the use of the rotary weeder. This farmer to farmer video produced ...

By Catherine Njuguna OnJune 11, 2014

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