Friday, September 29, 2006

PhilRice showcases rice tech in AgriLink 2006

The Philippine Rice Research Institute, the leading agency of the Republic of the Philippine in rice research and development, showcases the latest technology in the country's staple production as its participates in AgriLinkl 2006, an international agribusiness and food show on Oct. 5-7 at the World Trade Center, Roxas Blvd., Pasay City.


"Our booth showcases the latest developments in rice research particularly onvarieties and seeds, nutrient management, pest management, rice and rice-basedfood products, machines, and technology promotion. Our displays include the most popular rice varieties in the Philippines, cropmanagement tools, rice and rice-based food products, and books and other references," said Kathleen D. Solis. editor of the PhilRice News Team.

PhilRice is based in Barangay Maligaya, Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija.


Solis added that the agency also provides a video presentation on the applications of biotechnology inrice production. Other video presentations will be on hybrid rice and the use of quality seeds in rice production, she said.


Copies of selected reading materials on rice production will be given away to visitors and guests on the opening day which is Oct. 5.

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