Rice Almanac

Rice Almanac
Author: Jay Maclean
Publisher: Int. Rice Res. Inst.
Total Pages: 54
Release: 1997
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9712200922

Introduction; Importance of rice; Rice growth and production; Rice environments; Rice around the world; International Research; Important conversion factors, by country; Rice-related databases.

Rice Almanac

Rice Almanac
Author: Jay L. Maclean
Publisher: Int. Rice Res. Inst.
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2002
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 0851996361

As a result of editions published in 1993 and 1997, the Rice Almanac has become a standard handbook that brings together general information about rice and data about rice production worldwide. The third edition has been fully updated and expanded to include more countries, and is the result of collaboration between the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), West Africa Rice Development Association (WARDA), Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical (CIAT) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. The book consists of: 8 chapters reviewing general issues on rice and its production; 4-page entries for the top 10 rice-growing countries in the world; and 2-page entries of production statistics and trends for 54 other rice-producing countries (from Afghanistan, Argentina and Australia, to the USA, Uruguay and Venezuela).

Rice Almanac, 4th edition

Rice Almanac, 4th edition
Author: J. Maclean
Publisher: IRRI
Total Pages: 298
Release: 2013-12-01
Genre: Rice
ISBN: 971220300X

This fourth edition of the Rice Almanac continues the tradition of the first three editions by showcasing rice as the most important staple food in the world and all that is involved in maintaining rice production. It also breaks new ground in its coverage of issues related to rice production, both environmental--including climate change--and its importance for food security and the global economy. It also further expands coverage of the world’s rice production area by featuring 80 rice-producing countries around the world.

The Future Rice Strategy for India

The Future Rice Strategy for India
Author: Samarendu Mohanty
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 532
Release: 2017-06-07
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128092971

The Future Rice Strategy for India presents forward-looking insights toward achieving sustainable development of the rice sector, ensuring future food and nutritional security. As a staple food for many in India, including the economically disadvantaged, there are many concerns that affect the development of rice sector. Facing issues from environmental demands to economic stagnation, access to food, food inflation, and the Food Security Act (demand – supply – distribution of rice) achieving sustainability in production and exports is an important and urgent challenge. Using case studies to illustrate existing and potential issues, challenges and solutions, The Future Rice Strategy for India presents key strategic options while considering the implicit consequences. In addition, the findings enrich the strategy and policy formulation considerations for the role of rice in the country. This multidisciplinary approach features the expertise of rice scientists covering different aspects of rice sector; from breeding to consumer preferences and markets and trade. - Uses analysis based on agro ecological zones (AEZ) patterns providing understanding of future growth patterns based on rice ecologies - Includes case studies with proposed solutions taking into consideration pros and cons of each, allowing readers facing similar concerns and issues to identify an appropriate solution more efficiently and effectively

Agroecosystems

Agroecosystems
Author: K. R. Krishna
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 534
Release: 2013-12-04
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1482203421

Comprised of three sections, this covers the nutrient dynamics and productivity of global agroecosystems. It focuses on the major aspects that make up agroecosystems, such as soils, climate, crops, nutrient dynamics, and productivity. It introduces agroeocsystems and describes global soil types that support vast crop belts, then deals with the prin

Genetic Improvement of Field Crops

Genetic Improvement of Field Crops
Author: C.B. Singh
Publisher: Scientific Publishers
Total Pages: 349
Release: 2015-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9386102315

Opportunities exist for increasing food production in a sustainable manner through the genetic improvement of field crops. One of the potential tools for improvement of the crop performance is the genetic alteration and selection.

Refining Biomass Residues for Sustainable Energy and Bioproducts

Refining Biomass Residues for Sustainable Energy and Bioproducts
Author: R. Praveen Kumar
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 643
Release: 2019-11-08
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128189975

The utilization of various types of biomass residue to produce products such as biofuels and biochemicals means biorefinery technology using biomass residues may become a one-stop solution to the increasing need for sustainable, non-fossil sources of energy and chemicals.Refining Biomass Residues for Sustainable Energy and Bioproducts: Technology, Advances, Life Cycle Assessment and Economics focuses on the various biorefineries currently available and discusses their uses, challenges, and future developments. This book introduces the concept of integrated biorefinery systems, as well as their operation and feedstock sourcing. It explores the specificities, current developments, and potential end products of various types of residue, from industrial and municipal to agricultural and marine, as well as residue from food industries. Sustainability issues are discussed at length, including life cycle assessment, economics, and cost analysis of different biorefinery models. In addition, a number of global case studies examine successful experiences in different regions.This book is an ideal resource for researchers and practitioners in the field of bioenergy and waste management who are looking to learn about technologies involved in residue biorefinery systems, how to reduce their environmental impacts, and how to ensure their commercial viability. - Explores a range of different biorefinery categories, such as industrial, agricultural, and marine biomass residues - Includes a Life Cycle Assessment of biorefinery models, in addition to costs and market analysis. - Features case studies from around the world and is written by an international team of authors