Using C4 photosynthesis to increase the yield of rice-rationale and feasibility.
90% of the world's rice is grown and consumed in Asia, with each hectare of rice-producing land providing food for 27 people. By 2050, because of population growth and increasing urbanisation, each remaining hectare will have to feed at least 43 people. This means that yields must be increased...
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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2008
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