Ilocos Norte farms to sow 'golden rice' soon
GOLDEN RICE. A representative from Philippine Rice Research Institute monitors the initial planting of golden rice in Ilocos Norte in this undated photo. In partnership with local farmers and certified seed growers, the Ilocos Norte government and other inter-government agencies here are spearheading the planting of golden rice in various parts of the province this wet season. (Contributed photo) LAOAG CITY - Ilocos Norte is poised to deploy "golden rice" seeds for production in this northern part of Luzon this wet season to reduce the incidence of Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) among it...
Source: philippinetimes.com