Dioscoro L. Umali
National Scientist Dr. Dioscoro L. Umali | |
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Born |
Dioscoro L. Umali November 17, 1917 |
Died | August 1, 1992 74) | (aged
Nationality | Filipino |
Occupation | Agriculturist |
Known for | Plant Breeding |
Awards | National Scientist of the Philippines |
Dioscoro Luna Umali (November 17, 1917 – July 1, 1992) was a National Scientist of the Philippines and is known as "the Father of Philippine Plant Breeding." He was awarded several international honors and distinctions for his outstanding achievements and improvements of rice, corn and other economic plants. His research studies on upland agriculture, forestry, and environment conservation have helped many people, especially farmers, improve the quality of their crops.
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