Newfound rice gene shifts flowering by 1.5 hours to dodge heat damage
Scientists have identified a gene called EMF3 that allows rice to flower earlier in the morning, avoiding the hottest parts of the day and reducing heat stress. This discovery could help protect rice yields in tropical and subtropical regions affected by rising temperatures. The research was conducted by Japanese and international agricultural research institutions.
Scientists found a gene in rice that causes it to flower earlier in the morning, avoiding the hottest parts of the day.
This discovery could help protect rice crops from heat stress, improving yields in regions affected by climate change.
The research offers a practical solution to a growing challenge, showing how science can support food security in a changing climate.
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