The world urgently needs a transformation of the global food system, leading to healthier diets for all and a drastic reduction in agriculture’s environmental impact. The major cereal grains must...
Placing the Global South front and center Among the critical conversations had at the recently concluded CFS46 side event titled Road Testing Healthy Diets: Perspectives from the Global South was...
Women farmers make up a sizeable part of rice production, but they have less opportunities to be productive compared to men. In Odisha, a new initiative is trying to change that. The International...
A global conference is calling for more investment in climate change initiatives for the world’s most important food crop. “Rice contributes about 1.5 percent of total greenhouse gas emissions, but...
What we do
IRRI is focusing its research on nine Outcome Themes designed to address key challenges faced by farmers, consumers, and stakeholders in the world's rice-producing countries.
Where we work
We work with key actors from these regions through our in-country offices to develop actionable research analyses and recommendations on country-specific agricultural initiatives.
Beyond these areas, we also work with other country partners through our global research programs and networks.
Learn more about IRRI's regional initiatives here and explore how we can collaborate.
