Shreya Dasgupta
Shreya Dasgupta is a freelance science and environmental writer based in Bangalore, India.
Shreya Dasgupta is a freelance science and environmental writer based in Bangalore, India. Her work has appeared in publications such as BBC Earth, Mongabay, New Scientist, The Scientist and others.
When climate sinks high-tech rice, older varieties may save the day
Modern varieties of rice may produce high yields, but they can’t withstand the tough conditions that are becoming more common as climate change affects farming. That’s why Indian scientists are turning to older, indigenous grains to keep communities fed.