The article describes the resetting of tandem microRNA156, which allows vegetative perennial growth in rice without transition to the generative phase.[1][2] MicroRNA156 is highly expressed in juvenile tissues and its level decreases with plant age, thereby regulating development.[1] The interaction of miR156 with SPL target genes promotes a positive regulatory loop that affects flowering time and growth.[1] In rice, this reset maintains the vegetative state, leading to persistent growth.[2] The study identifies dominant resistant alleles rSPL3, rSPL4 and rSPL13 that accelerate flowering under both optimal and suboptimal conditions.[1] Genotypes show significant effects on flowering time (P < 0.001), vernalization (P < 0.001) and their interaction (P = 0.0016).[1] These genetic resources serve to fine-tune flowering time and adapt to changing environments.[1]