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Rice blades in Berbah, Jogjakarta.

Text & Photos by Jon Ramlan

Rice is life to the people of Asia; as Asians, we all know that. We also know that it is more than just food. It is central to the Asian way of life – its culture, spirituality and traditions, especially for those whose lives embody the rural/agricultural realm.

My pictorial showcases the beauty of rice – the grain that shapes cultures, diet and creates economies for the people of Asia. Cultivated in the vast landscapes that Mother Nature provides, harvest time gives a breathtaking and picturesque view that stretches across the horizon.

A stunning view: Mount Merapi overlooking a paddy field in Jogjakarta.
A fine day: the harvest begins
The unassuming rice grain and its protective husk.
Harvested rice seeds on a wooden slat.

For the rest of this article (Asian Geographic No.74 Issue 4 /2010 ) and other stories, check out our past issues here or download a digital copy here

The 25th anniversary of the largest and longest running dive show, Asia Dive Expo (ADEX) is set to occur on the 11-14th April 2019. Centred on the theme – Plastic free Future, ADEX is more than just a dive show with its commitment to the environment. Among an exciting lineup of programs, attendees can look forward to a Future Forward Series of Panel Discussion on the Single-Use Plastic Conundrum in Asia, on 13th April.

So join us at the event, get inspired and for all you know, you might just liberate the inner diver in you! More details of the event here

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