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Makassane - a new designer rice for Mozambique

  • 9 years ago
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Also see: http://irri.org/news-events/media-releases/mozambique-to-get-new-design…

Makassane is the first rice variety bred by the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) that has been designed especially for Mozambique consumers and farmers to ensure it suits local market needs and production conditions.

Following extensive testing across Mozambique, Makassane was chosen as the best tasting locally grown rice variety. It has an attractive long grain, a nice texture when eaten, and has disease resistance, which is very important to local farmers.

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