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Tag Archives: Poaceae
The bitter sweet story of sugar cane Saccharum officinarum
The dramatic story of sugar cane is a somber reminder of human greed, exploitation and slave labour. The events continue to unfold today, as sugar cane is implicated in contentious issues such as human health, addiction and fair trade. However, … Continue reading
Posted in Monocots, Species, Students
Tagged Poaceae, Refined sugar, Saccharum officinarum, Slave labour, Sugar cane
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Oryza sativa: A Résumé of Rice
Few plant species can have been better studied than rice. There is a wealth of information out there; I’ve picked a few interesting and enlightening extracts- a résumé of rice if you like.
Posted in Crops, Monocots, Students
Tagged Golden Rice, IRRI, Oryza sativa, Poaceae, Rice, Tropical biodiversity, Tropical Crops
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