Rice research is a field of study that focuses on the cultivation, production, breeding, genetics, disease resistance, and nutrition of rice plants. Rice is one of the most important food crops in the world, feeding billions of people and providing a significant source of income for farmers in many countries. Researchers in this area work to develop new varieties of rice that are higher yielding, more nutritious, and more resilient to environmental stresses such as drought, flooding, and pests. They also study the impacts of climate change on rice production and work to develop sustainable farming practices to ensure food security for future generations.