Climate change and rapid population growth create a major impact on food security in Asian countries (Lesk et al., 2016). Paddy productivity and especially rice production in Ampara region are highly affected by subsequent ...

Maize (Zea mays L.; 2n=2x=20), a typical C4 plant belonging to the family Poaceae, is substantially contributing to the world’s food and feed demand (Lana et al., 2017). This crop confers improved efficiencies in utilizing ...