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Big money in specialty rices

A feature article on emerging 'boutique' rice markets such as aromatic, coloured, glutinous and organic.

While much research has been done on common, high-yielding rice varieties, far less attention has been paid to special kinds, even though they command higher prices.

The article discusses where these rice types are currently grown, their yields, climate suitability and associated economic benefits.

 

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