Discusses the importance of rice in the life and culture of the people of Asia, pointing out that primitive methods cannot produce enough food for Asia’s rapidly increasing population. Describes the work of two American foundations which have established a research and training centre to assist Asian farmers increase their yield. Written by Howard Enders Narrated by John Connell.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
322656
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Agriculture - China
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Agriculture - Research
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Rice
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Rice - Harvesting
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)