Retired Rice Scientist
Rice cultivation in lowlands of Sri Lanka also resulted in a kind of revolution locally along with the global Green Revolution. Following the invention of new varieties IR 8, IR 62, with fertiliser response and high yields at International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), the Philippines and their spread globally, the Department of Agriculture (DOA) also produced rice hybrids such as H4, H8 series in early 1970s by using our traditional varieties as parents. However, in a bid to defend the sudden imposition of organic agriculture in Sri Lanka, inorganic fertilizer use has been imposed suddenly on our farmers.
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Heavy rains cause serious flooding in Lao Cai
Heavy rain early on Monday morning has caused serious flooding in many areas in the northern province of Lao Cai.
According to local authorities, up to 117 mm of rain overloaded local drainage systems.
Many families have reported flood water of some 15-35 centimetres inside their houses.
Many roads and streets in the area have also been put under water. Le Thanh Street experienced 80 centimetres of water. Other streets including Tran Hung Dao, Vo Nguyen Giap, Tran Phu were also submerged which caused congestion during morning rush hours.
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