China aids Fiji in off-season rice production to address food security challenges.

China is aiding Fiji in boosting rice production amid food security challenges linked to rural-to-urban migration and climate change. The Fijian Ministry of Agriculture, in collaboration with Chinese experts, has set up an off-season rice demonstration plot and established 10 additional bases to train farmers in advanced cultivation techniques. Currently, Fiji meets less than 20% of its rice needs domestically, relying heavily on imports.

September 11, 2024
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