Shreya Dasgupta

Shreya Dasgupta is a freelance science and environmental writer based in Bangalore, India.

Shreya Dasgupta is a freelance science and environmental writer based in Bangalore, India. Her work has appeared in publications such as BBC Earth, Mongabay, New Scientist, The Scientist and others.


Various kind of rice that are indigenous to the Sundarbans. Such native kinds of rice are able to withstand salty and austere conditions better than modern high-yield rice.

When climate sinks high-tech rice, older varieties may save the day

Environment

Modern varieties of rice may produce high yields, but they can’t withstand the tough conditions that are becoming more common as climate change affects farming. That’s why Indian scientists are turning to older, indigenous grains to keep communities fed.