Debal Deb

In this discussion, BBC reporter William Kramer shares alarming insights from the Sundarbans, highlighting the challenges rice farmers face due to rising salinity and cyclones. Agrarian scientist Debal Deb advocates for the resurgence of traditional 'desi' rice varieties as a resilient alternative, while Raphael Guthocker explores the economic barriers hindering their integration. The conversation dives deep into the intersection of climate change, local agriculture, and the importance of preserving indigenous crop varieties for sustainable farming.