Farming for the Future Bibimbap, Biryani, Jollof Rice, Nasi Lemak, Paella, Risotto, Sushi – the list of delicious rice dishes from around the world is truly endless. But how did this humble grain become a ubiquitous, universally loved food? Let’s look at the origins of rice and scientific innovation Loosely speaking, this is new idea, a new technology Rice is a cornerstone of global nutrition, feeding nearly half the world's population and serving as a vital crop for cultural, economic, and agricultural systems worldwide. , or just a new way of doing things. It usually coincides with some new demand that's popped up. that made rice one of the most produced grains on the planet. How did rice become a global commodity? Rice, both as a food crop and a commodity, has been instrumental in shaping the early-modern world economy. Once an ancient staple synonymous with Asia and its prosperity, rice now holds a story deeply in...