A new water efficient variety of rice is hoped to provide more flexibility for farmers, and to extend the sowing window.

The release of Viand coincides with the 90th anniversary of rice breeding by the DPI at the South West New South Wales research station in Yanco.

Rural reporter Eddie Summerfield spoke with Director General Scott Hansen:

A new water efficient variety of rice is hoped to provide more flexibility for farmers, and to extend the sowing window.
The release of Viand coincides with the 90th anniversary of rice breeding by the DPI at the South West New South Wales research station in Yanco.
Rural reporter Eddie Summerfield spoke with Director General Scott Hansen:

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