Teacher Asma Banu Selected For Plant Genome Saviour Recognition For Conserving Rice Varieties

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Asma Banu, an English teacher from Karkala, has been selected for the Plant Genome Saviour Farmer Recognition for her dedication to conserving nearly 1,540 traditional rice varieties. Alongside her husband, Abubakkar, she cultivates paddy on leased land and maintains hundreds of varieties around their home for documentation. The couple meticulously records each variety's characteristics and cultivation needs, aiming to build a valuable database for farmers and researchers. This recognition highlights the significant contributions educated individuals can make to agricultural conservation.