Pakistan: A cost-benefit analysis of puddled planted rice vs. direct seeded rice

Pakistan: A cost-benefit analysis of puddled planted rice vs. direct seeded rice
Author: Rana, Abdul Wajid
Publisher: Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Total Pages: 20
Release: 2024-03-04
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

Rice-wheat, a major cropping system of Pakistan, is vulnerable to the negative impacts of climate change, manifesting in the form of yield reduction. Among various crops, rice is often identified as the most at-risk food crop which is prone to a substantial drop in yield because of climate change and weather variations. It is estimated that the yield of wheat and rice may decline by 14.7 percent and 20.5 percent, respectively, by 2050 due to changes in climate. It is expected that Pakistan could potentially incur a climate change-related loss of $19.5 billion by 2050 due to reduced wheat and rice crop yields due to water scarcity, rising average temperatures, and less precipitation. Research indicates that if current climate change patterns persist and farmers do not adopt suitable climate resilient methods, rice production in Pakistan could decline by as much as 36 percent by the year 2099.

Pakistan: A cost-benefit analysis of crop rotation practice in rainfed areas

Pakistan: A cost-benefit analysis of crop rotation practice in rainfed areas
Author: Rana, Abdul Wajid
Publisher: Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Total Pages: 20
Release: 2024-02-27
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges confronting our global system today. The scientific community has clearly established that global temperatures are rising and the consequences of climate change may swiftly transition from an environmental risk to an economic threat. Agriculture sector is particularly vulnerable to changes in weather and climatic condition. Over 60% of the yield variability is chalked up to to climate change; significantly affecting food production and farmer income. Changes in climate affect the onset and duration of crop growing cycle, and the extent and duration of heat and water stress impact agriculture production. Moreover, it may trigger pest and disease outbreaks causing significant production losses. Small-scale farmers in rain-fed areas of Pakistan face the severe susceptibility to the challenges brought about by climate change. This vulnerability stems from their heavy dependence on traditional farming methods and their limited ability to adapt, exacerbated by their limited access to advanced technologies and high levels of poverty. Worldwide, crop yields from rainfed farming are approximately 50 percent less than those achieved through irrigated methods. In the absence of adaptation measures to cope with climate change, a potential decline of around 50 percent in rain-fed agricultural yields could potentially occur within the next 30-35 years. Promoting climate smart agricultural practices appears to be a dependable strategy for addressing risks posed by climate change.

Direct Seeding

Direct Seeding
Author:
Publisher: Int. Rice Res. Inst.
Total Pages: 380
Release: 2002
Genre: Rice
ISBN: 9712201732

Rice

Rice
Author: Achim Dobermann
Publisher: Int. Rice Res. Inst.
Total Pages: 203
Release: 2000
Genre: Nutrition
ISBN: 9810427425

Rice ecosystems; Nutrient management; Mineral deficiencies; Mineral toxicities; Tools and information.

Rice Ratooning

Rice Ratooning
Author: International Rice Research Institute
Publisher: Int. Rice Res. Inst.
Total Pages: 287
Release: 1988
Genre: Cropping systems
ISBN: 9711041901

Overview; Morphology and physiology of rice ratoons; Rice ratooning in practice; Evaluation and potential of rice ratooning; Cultural practices; Genetics and varietal improvement.

Agronomic Rice Practices and Postharvest Processing

Agronomic Rice Practices and Postharvest Processing
Author: Deepak Kumar Verma
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2018-12-07
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0429949332

This volume addresses three important agricultural aspects of rice: physical characteristics, physico-chemical characteristics, and the organoleptic aspects. Divided into sections, the book first examines recent trends and advances for higher production and quality improvement, focusing on the effects of climate on rice cultivation and climate-resilient agricultural practices in rice. The volume goes on to cover nutrient management for rice production and quality improvement. Chapters also address weed management and postharvest processing practices for improved rice production. With chapters from renowned scientists, researchers, and professors, this book will be a useful reference for rice researchers working in the area of agronomic practices, postharvest processing, and quality improvement in rice.