Upland rice around the world. Climate of upland rice regions. Soils on which upland rice is grown. Growth-limiting factors of aerobic soils. Factors that limit

Upland rice plant types; Life cycle of the rice plant; Seeds; Factors that affect seedling growth; What is a good seedling; How to grow good seedlings; Leaves;

Characterization and classification of upland rice growing environments;integrated upland rice farming systems;biological stresses with special emphasis on blas

Upland rice distribution; Climate; Landscape and soils; Cropping systems; Varietal improvement; Soil management; Land preparation and crop establishment; Farm e