New rice strain cuts methane emissions by up to 70%, aiding in climate change mitigation.

Scientists have developed a new rice strain that emits up to 70% less methane than traditional varieties, potentially cutting global methane emissions significantly. Rice farming contributes about 12% of global methane emissions. Researchers crossbred high-yield rice with low-emitting varieties, identifying key chemical compounds in rice roots that affect methane release. This new "low fumarate and high ethanol" (LFHE) rice not only reduces emissions but also maintains high yields, averaging 8.96 tons per hectare. The development aims to combat increasing methane emissions due to climate change and population growth.

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