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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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IRRI Launches RCM Project Microsite: A Comprehensive Hub for Indonesian Rice Farmers

IRRI Launches RCM Project Microsite: A Comprehensive Hub for Indonesian Rice Farmers

(BOGOR, Indonesia) 17 August 2023 - The unveiling of the RCM project microsite marks a pivotal step in providing comprehensive insights into the RCM
August 29, 2023
How can the rice sector address the global market disruptions

How can the rice sector address the global market disruptions

Global experts on rice research and market trends convened in a webinar to share their insights and views on India’s recent export ban on non-basmati
August 29, 2023
Together we can sow the seeds of regenerative agriculture

Together we can sow the seeds of regenerative agriculture

By Jessica Christiansen, Head of Sustainability of Bayer Crop Science With global population expected to grow to 10 billion by 2050, it is
August 25, 2023
Revolutionizing Agricultural Outreach: IVR Infoline Launched

Revolutionizing Agricultural Outreach: IVR Infoline Launched

(BOGOR, Indonesia) 17 August 2023 - The intersection of technology and agriculture was celebrated on August 17th as the Interactive Voice Response
August 23, 2023
Speed Breed Facility Inauguration Ceremony Marks Milestone at International Rice Research ...

Speed Breed Facility Inauguration Ceremony Marks Milestone at International Rice Research ...

The Speed Breed Facility (SBF) Inauguration Ceremony took place on 16 August at the Lloyd T. Evans Plant Growth Facility (PGF), International Rice
August 23, 2023
Capacity-building workshops in East Africa help strengthen partnerships and create new one...

Capacity-building workshops in East Africa help strengthen partnerships and create new one...

BUJUMBURA, Burundi (18 August 2023) – The local rice supply in Burundi and in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) remains far below the demand,
August 18, 2023
Dr. Ajay Kohli appointed interim Director General of IRRI

Dr. Ajay Kohli appointed interim Director General of IRRI

LOS BAÑOS, Philippines (01 August 2023) ~ Deputy Director General for Research Dr. Ajay Kohli has been appointed interim Director General of the
August 4, 2023
IRRI-Africa crop tour strengthens collaborative efforts for agricultural innovation in Bur...

IRRI-Africa crop tour strengthens collaborative efforts for agricultural innovation in Bur...

In a bid to enhance agricultural innovation and exchange best practices, the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) Rice Breeding Innovation
August 1, 2023
Milestone carbon credit methodology for rice launched with help from IRRI

Milestone carbon credit methodology for rice launched with help from IRRI

LOS BANOS, Philippines (26 July 2023) - This July, Gold Standard launched a new carbon credit methodology for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in
July 26, 2023
Online modules on Solar Irrigation for Agricultural Resilience launched!

Online modules on Solar Irrigation for Agricultural Resilience launched!

IRRI Education, the educational arm of the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) in collaboration with the International Water Management
July 19, 2023
Showcasing rice straw innovations for farmers in Vietnam’s Mekong River Delta

Showcasing rice straw innovations for farmers in Vietnam’s Mekong River Delta

To promote the mechanization of rice straw collection and rice straw handling and processing technologies, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural
July 19, 2023
IRRI and Philippine Agriculture Department announce International Rice Congress 2023’s cro...

IRRI and Philippine Agriculture Department announce International Rice Congress 2023’s cro...

LOS BAÑOS, Philippines (19, July 2023) – An assembly of cross-continental experts in rice science and technology is set to lead the programs and
July 19, 2023
IRRI and Vietnam’s DCP-MARD launch the technical guideline on rice straw management

IRRI and Vietnam’s DCP-MARD launch the technical guideline on rice straw management

Vietnam’s Department of Crop Production (DCP)-Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) and the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI
July 17, 2023
An invitation to transform the future of food systems from #GeneToGlobe: experts, leaders,...

An invitation to transform the future of food systems from #GeneToGlobe: experts, leaders,...

By Jean Balie, Director General of the International Rice Research Institute The fourth agricultural revolution is evolving rapidly and changing
July 14, 2023
Rice crop tour highlights breeding and seed systems in Tanzania

Rice crop tour highlights breeding and seed systems in Tanzania

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the Tanzanian Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) recently embarked on an extensive crop tour
July 13, 2023