Rice Partnership – rice breeding and quality

Abstract

Key findings • Topaz – new jasmine-style fragrant variety released in August 2014 • Two advanced cold tolerant breeding lines to replace Reiziq are in the pure seed scheme and commercial release contingent on market feedback. • Two short growth advanced breeding lines for the sushi market are at Breeders seed stage. • Super-soft cooking long grain – is doing well with eating quality but tends to lodge. • Firm-cooking long grain cold tolerant replacement for Doongara progressing.