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Bangladesh’s new agriculture minister signals push for next-generation rice as partnership with IRRI deepens banner image
April 27, 2026

Bangladesh’s new agriculture minister signals push for next-generation rice as partnership with IRRI deepens

IRRI trains frontline extension staff to support climate-smart farming in Eastern Uttar Pradesh banner image
April 27, 2026

IRRI trains frontline extension staff to support climate-smart farming in Eastern Uttar Pradesh

Building the evidence for low-emission rice production: Exploring the findings over the three years of the REMET-Rice Project banner image
April 24, 2026

Building the evidence for low-emission rice production: Exploring the findings over the three years of the REMET-Rice Project

Mekong Delta’s Low-Emission Rice Program Surpasses Targets, Sets New Standards for Sustainable Production banner image
April 24, 2026

Mekong Delta’s Low-Emission Rice Program Surpasses Targets, Sets New Standards for Sustainable Production

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Lessening the loss: IRRI and JICA train Burundi technicians on postharvest loss and flatbe...

Lessening the loss: IRRI and JICA train Burundi technicians on postharvest loss and flatbe...

GIHANGA and BUBANZA, Burundi (20-27 May 2025 and 27-31 October 2025) — IRRI strengthens post-harvest rice management among public and private
December 2, 2025
IRRI and BRMP align strategic priorities for a climate-resilient and rice self-sufficient ...

IRRI and BRMP align strategic priorities for a climate-resilient and rice self-sufficient ...

BOGOR AND JAKARTA, Indonesia (16 November 2025) — IRRI meets the Indonesian Agency for Agricultural Development and Modernization, also known as the
December 1, 2025
IRRI, GCNP, and CCAC dialog with multistakeholder group for climate action and finance in ...

IRRI, GCNP, and CCAC dialog with multistakeholder group for climate action and finance in ...

IRRI convened a roundtable discussion with multistakeholder partners to talk about accelerating climate action and streamlining climate finance in
November 28, 2025
New World Bank report examines AI applications in global agrifood systems

New World Bank report examines AI applications in global agrifood systems

LOS BANOS, Philippines (28 November 2025) - A just-released landmark report by the World Bank explores how AI, or artificial intelligence, is
November 28, 2025
IRRI at COP30 shares key research and insights into community-based, gender-responsive cli...

IRRI at COP30 shares key research and insights into community-based, gender-responsive cli...

BELEM, Brazil (November 2025) – As global climate negotiations shift focus from pledges to practical implementation, the 30th Conference of the
November 28, 2025
Kenya’s Komboka rice coming to markets across Eastern and Southern Africa

Kenya’s Komboka rice coming to markets across Eastern and Southern Africa

LUSAKA, Zambia (September 2025) — Komboka has become the first rice variety to be listed in the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA)
November 27, 2025
IRRI at COP30 champions low-carbon rice farming, carbon finance opportunities in the Globa...

IRRI at COP30 champions low-carbon rice farming, carbon finance opportunities in the Globa...

Image credit: Instituto de Pesquisa Ambiental da Amazônia (IPAM) BELEM, Brazil (11–13 November 2025) - The International Rice Research Institute
November 27, 2025
31 High-Impact IRRI-NARES-Developed Rice Varieties Now Available Across India

31 High-Impact IRRI-NARES-Developed Rice Varieties Now Available Across India

Malaviya Manila Sinchit Dhan-1, an early (115–120 days), high-yielding, long-slender rice variety released from BHU, Varanasi, suited for irrigated
November 25, 2025
IRRI and AFACI Member Countries Begin Scaling Stress‑Tolerant Rice Across Asia

IRRI and AFACI Member Countries Begin Scaling Stress‑Tolerant Rice Across Asia

Los Baños, Philippines (29 October 2025) — The Asian Food and Agriculture Cooperation Initiative (AFACI), the International Rice Research Institute
November 24, 2025
Cambodia recognizes IRRI for contributions to the rice sector

Cambodia recognizes IRRI for contributions to the rice sector

Phnom Penh, Cambodia (9 November 2025) - The Royal Government of Cambodia, through the Ministry of Commerce, conferred upon the International Rice
November 21, 2025
Sustainable growth and innovation take center stage at 2025 World Rice Conference

Sustainable growth and innovation take center stage at 2025 World Rice Conference

Phnom Penh, CAMBODIA, November 8, 2025 - The 2025 International World Rice Conference, organized by The Rice Trader in partnership with Cambodia’s
November 21, 2025
Sowing Partnerships, Harvesting Prosperity: Promoting Sustainable Seed Business Model in N...

Sowing Partnerships, Harvesting Prosperity: Promoting Sustainable Seed Business Model in N...

Seed producer farmer from Deuthan Krishi Sahakari Sanstha Limited, Geruwa, participated in quality seed production and marketing training in Bardiya
November 19, 2025
Towards a FAIR and AI-Ready SIRS Data: Building the Foundations for Digital Transformation

Towards a FAIR and AI-Ready SIRS Data: Building the Foundations for Digital Transformation

LOS BAÑOS, Philippines (07 November 2025) — As part of its commitment to promote and integrate best data management practices, the Sustainable Impact
November 14, 2025
Odisha’s Deputy CM Calls for Scaling of Healthier and Indigenous Rice

Odisha’s Deputy CM Calls for Scaling of Healthier and Indigenous Rice

BOLANGIR, India (October 25, 2025) — Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Sj. Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo expressed support for ongoing efforts to promote
November 13, 2025
BRAC and IRRI experts deliberate on smarter water management in Bangladesh

BRAC and IRRI experts deliberate on smarter water management in Bangladesh

Dhaka, Bangladesh (23 October 2025) — As Bangladesh faces mounting challenges from climate change, managing water resources has become central to
November 12, 2025