J. R. Witcombe

Harnessing and utilizing Himalayan Nepalese speciality rice for food and nutritional security

Abstract This review synthesizes six decades of research on native Himalayan rice (NHR) (Oryza sativa) – encompassing cold-tolerant high-altitude landraces, drought-tolerant upland rice, Basmati, aromatic and glutinous varieties. The aims of the review were to assess NHR diversit...