China halves rice-growing cycle in deserts of Xinjiang, opening new front in food security drive

Scientists have successfully grown rice in the harsh deserts of China’s Xinjiang region in half the time compared to conventional farming methods, a major step in the country’s campaign to ensure food security.

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