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IRRI, KALRO, and MRGM showcase Kenya's rice Innovation ecosystem from research to markets banner image
July 9, 2026

IRRI, KALRO, and MRGM showcase Kenya's rice Innovation ecosystem from research to markets

Remembering Dr. Peter Jennings, the Visionary Behind IR8 and a major player in the Green Revolution banner image
July 9, 2026

Remembering Dr. Peter Jennings, the Visionary Behind IR8 and a major player in the Green Revolution

New Japan-IRRI "CoolRice" project strengthens groundwork for heat-resilient, low-emission rice farming banner image
July 8, 2026

New Japan-IRRI "CoolRice" project strengthens groundwork for heat-resilient, low-emission rice farming

‘Fertilize Right' forum showcases progress in efforts to boost yields and lower emissions in Vietnam’s Red River Delta banner image
July 7, 2026

‘Fertilize Right' forum showcases progress in efforts to boost yields and lower emissions in Vietnam’s Red River Delta

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Unity Against Uncertainty: Experts Come Together to Combat Rice False Smut

Unity Against Uncertainty: Experts Come Together to Combat Rice False Smut

LOS BANOS, Philippines, October 14-17, 2024—Plant pathology experts from Asia, Africa, Europe, and America convened at the International Rice Research
December 4, 2024
ClimBeR: Defining strategies to increase Filipino farmers’ climate resilience

ClimBeR: Defining strategies to increase Filipino farmers’ climate resilience

MANILA, Philippines - November 28, 2024 - The Philippines, one of the world's most climate-vulnerable nations, faces increasing threats to its
December 2, 2024
3rd Global Sustainable Rice Conference and Exhibition 2024 Highlights Sustainable Transfor...

3rd Global Sustainable Rice Conference and Exhibition 2024 Highlights Sustainable Transfor...

The conference emphasized the need to align rice production with the Paris Agreement, UN SDGs, and other pledges, as well as its critical role in
December 2, 2024
ASEAN-CGIAR Program Advances Food and Nutrition Security in ASEAN

ASEAN-CGIAR Program Advances Food and Nutrition Security in ASEAN

13 November 2024 - The ASEAN-CGIAR Innovate for Food and Nutrition Security Regional Program recently visited the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta,
December 2, 2024
Experts call for integrated, multisectoral approach in food systems transformation in COP ...

Experts call for integrated, multisectoral approach in food systems transformation in COP ...

BAKU, Azerbaijan (21 November 2024) - In the face of mounting challenges from climate change, biodiversity loss, and global food insecurity, experts
November 28, 2024
Scaling sustainable rice farming and nutrition-focused resilience in Asia-Pacific: A COP29...

Scaling sustainable rice farming and nutrition-focused resilience in Asia-Pacific: A COP29...

BAKU, Azerbaijan, November 18, 2024 - During the first week of COP29, the urgency to address agriculture’s role in climate resilience and food
November 18, 2024
IRRI and 17-country council convene to advance rice research and innovation in Asia

IRRI and 17-country council convene to advance rice research and innovation in Asia

LOS BANOS, Philippines (7 November 2024) ~ The Council for Partnership on Rice Research in Asia (CORRA) held its 28th annual meeting this 30-31
November 8, 2024
How digging into root science can help crops grow in dry conditions

How digging into root science can help crops grow in dry conditions

LOS BAÑOS, Philippines (6 November 2024)—The importance of roots in plant growth is often overlooked or misunderstood. However, rice roots have a
November 7, 2024
How ICTs are shaping sustainable and modern farming systems in India

How ICTs are shaping sustainable and modern farming systems in India

Advances in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) are having a profound impact on the agricultural sector. After reaping the
November 6, 2024
Building Partnerships for Innovative Rice Straw Management: Key to a Greener Future

Building Partnerships for Innovative Rice Straw Management: Key to a Greener Future

KLUANG, Malaysia (25-26 October 2024) - Experts from governments, non-government organizations, academia, and industry convened to share challenges on
November 5, 2024
From Theory to Action – Agriculture’s call to implement MRV for accurate climate reporting

From Theory to Action – Agriculture’s call to implement MRV for accurate climate reporting

The agricultural sector contributes significantly to global GHG emissions. Accurate monitoring and mitigation of these emissions are critical for
October 28, 2024
UP Agriculture Ministry and IRRI announces 13th National Seed Congress

UP Agriculture Ministry and IRRI announces 13th National Seed Congress

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, (October 16, 2024) – The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of India is pleased to announce the 13th
October 28, 2024
Boosting India's Rice Yields: A data-driven approach to sustainable agriculture

Boosting India's Rice Yields: A data-driven approach to sustainable agriculture

Big data and machine learning combined with scenario and spatial analysis can identify context-dependent pathways for sustainable intensification.
October 18, 2024
IRRI completes intensive refresher course on stewardship

IRRI completes intensive refresher course on stewardship

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) recently concluded a two-month, 10-module refresher course on responsible stewardship, effective
October 17, 2024
Sustainable Homestead Farming for Better Food and Nutrition Security in Bangladesh: Farida...

Sustainable Homestead Farming for Better Food and Nutrition Security in Bangladesh: Farida...

This article highlights Mrs. Farida Begum’s success in improving food security, nutrition, and income through integrated year-round homestead
October 14, 2024