China's hybrid rice boosts Africa's food security

By Xinhua News Agency

Jul 03, 2023 12:11 am

CHANGSHA, China: Since growing hybrid rice from China in 2017, Dina's family living in Mahitsy, a town 35 km northwest of Madagascar's capital Antananarivo, has not only been able to feed themselves, but also saved enough money to build a new house and finance three college students.

'This year has seen the best harvest. Chinese experts have been very responsible, teaching us techniques and knowledge to help us increase production,' said the 44-year-old woman.

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