As Japan swelters, farmers turn to new heat-resistant rice varieties to boost staple crop
Japanese farmers are planting newly developed heat‑tolerant rice strains as summer temperatures climb, aiming to safeguard the nation’s staple crop against rising heat stress. The varieties, bred to endure higher temperatures and erratic weather, are being trialed across several regions. Officials hope the adaptation will offset climate‑related yield losses and secure food supply in a warming future.