
The History of Rice (Encore)
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Unraveling the Origins and Spread of Asian Rice
Exploring the debate between China and India on the origin of rice, this chapter reveals archaeological evidence that suggests rice was domesticated in China around 13,500 to 8,200 years ago. It also discusses the spread of rice to various regions and the development of the Indica strain through cross-breeding.
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