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IRRI holds training on revolutionary water-saving technology for sustainable rice producti...

IRRI holds training on revolutionary water-saving technology for sustainable rice producti...

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) South Asia Regional Centre (ISARC) organized a training and hands-on demonstration to acquaint
May 31, 2023
Strengthening Rice Resilience to Climate Change in Africa

Strengthening Rice Resilience to Climate Change in Africa

MOROGORO, Tanzania—Researchers, students, and representatives from African institutions recently attended the Annual Meeting of the Climate Smart
May 29, 2023
Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation delegates visit ISARC

Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation delegates visit ISARC

VARANASI, India (16 May 2023) – A delegation from the Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation (BADC) visited the IRRI South Asia Regional
May 17, 2023
IRRI initiates participatory research on cooking quality test for new varieties

IRRI initiates participatory research on cooking quality test for new varieties

Odisha, INDIA (15 May 2023)- In collaboration with the Government of Odisha, the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) launched a participatory
May 17, 2023
World's largest rice congress to be held in Manila, co-organized by the Philippine Agri De...

World's largest rice congress to be held in Manila, co-organized by the Philippine Agri De...

The International Rice Congress is held every 4 years and for the first time ever will be held in the Philippines, on October 16-19, 2023, bringing
May 15, 2023
IRRI and AfricaRice team awarded prestigious Milken-Motsepe Prize for rice varieties that ...

IRRI and AfricaRice team awarded prestigious Milken-Motsepe Prize for rice varieties that ...

Highlights: The award recognizes the scientific advancement to develop rice varieties that survive for over two weeks under complete submergence
May 3, 2023
IRRI inks MoU with Uttar Pradesh agricultural universities

IRRI inks MoU with Uttar Pradesh agricultural universities

UTTAR PRADESH, India (21 April 2023) – The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with agricultural
April 26, 2023
IRRI completes Excellence Through Stewardship global audit

IRRI completes Excellence Through Stewardship global audit

LOS BAÑOS, Laguna (24 April 2023) - The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) recently completed the Global Audit Process implemented by
April 26, 2023
IRRI deepens its partnership with the Government of India through ICAR

IRRI deepens its partnership with the Government of India through ICAR

IRRI and ICAR have signed a five-year work plan, strengthening the 60-year relationship between India and the organization. (VARANASI, Uttar
April 25, 2023
The second greener revolution can solve the global rice crisis

The second greener revolution can solve the global rice crisis

If the first green revolution in the 1960s was focused on addressing famine and hunger, the second one should have a more system-based approach for
April 13, 2023
Can the Asian Rice Bowls keep up with the growing rice demand?

Can the Asian Rice Bowls keep up with the growing rice demand?

LOS BAÑOS, Laguna (5 April 2023) – The whole world is in a race to feed humanity amid rising demand and a growing population, as well as conflict
April 11, 2023
IRRI-Africa innovations for food security showcased at the 6th Africa Agri Expo

IRRI-Africa innovations for food security showcased at the 6th Africa Agri Expo

IRRI-Africa scientists presented ready-to-adopt rice-based technologies to inspire partnerships and collaborations focused on addressing food
April 5, 2023
What can Bengaluru learn from Vietnam’s agricultural revolution?

What can Bengaluru learn from Vietnam’s agricultural revolution?

Leading agricultural economist from Vietnam highlights the ways their national government reformed the agricultural sector resulting in sustained
April 4, 2023
Enriching seed systems: IRRI-Africa collaborates with partners to enhance rice seed produc...

Enriching seed systems: IRRI-Africa collaborates with partners to enhance rice seed produc...

Moshi, Kilimanjaro, 28th February - 02 March 2023 - The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) Tanzania office successfully concluded a three
March 21, 2023
IRRI facilitates agreement between KALRO and Advanta Seeds International in efforts to enh...

IRRI facilitates agreement between KALRO and Advanta Seeds International in efforts to enh...

In many African countries, rice consumption outstrips production, which leads to huge imports to meet local demand. One of the key challenges
March 17, 2023