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These women play a vital role in the Rice Fallow Management project, an initiative led by the Government of Odisha, and their contributions are immensely valuable
ICRISAT empowers tribal women farmers with Rice Fallow Management project in Odisha Read More
The new convention promises to substantially cut the time required to develop new pigeonpea lines with desirable traits, effectively bringing food to dryland communities faster
ICRISAT pioneers ‘world’s first’ pigeonpea speed breeding protocol to bolster food security in drylands Read More
Dr Jacqueline Hughes, DG, ICRISAT expressed gratitude to the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India for their support and underscored the importance of safeguarding intellectual assets
With GoI’s support, ICRISAT hosts technology commercialisation training for African nations Read More
Dr Stanford Blade holds a Ph.D. from McGill University for plant breeding/cropping systems research, conducted at IITA and supported by a Government of Canada Doctoral Scholarship
ICRISAT appoints Dr Stanford Blade as Deputy Director General-Research Read More
A session emphasised the substantial contributions of the ICRISAT-Govt of Odisha partnership in promoting social inclusiveness, paving the way for economic and nutrition gains for women farmers
Krushi Odisha 2024 showcases the mettle of women farmers to drive investment Read More
Globally recognised eminent agricultural scientist, Dr. Rajeev Varshney from Murdoch University (Australia) speaks to Agriculture Post on various challenging issues around agricultural research in India and the globe
Need to make agricultural research demand driven with private sector engagement: Dr. Rajeev Varshney, Murdoch University Read More
With Walmart Foundation funding support since 2021, the grantees work closely with local farmers and FPOs in the millet-producing states of Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh
Walmart Foundation grantees continue to work with farmers to bring millets to the forefront Read More
This year’s World Soil Day theme, “Soil and Water: A Source of Life,” holds particular relevance for drylands, where there is a deficit of both water and soil nutrients
World Soil Day 2023: ICRISAT launches ‘Technology on Wheels’ to bring science to farmers’ doorsteps Read More
Prof. Varshney has been pivotal in advancing agricultural research, especially in developing countries. His achievements stand as a beacon of inspiration and leadership in the global scientific community
Agri-scientist Rajeev Varshney earns dual honours for pioneering contributions to global food security Read More
At the heart of the partnership is Assam’s goal of boosting the cultivation, production and consumption of three native millet crops: Finger millet, Foxtail millet, and Proso millet
ICRISAT joins hands with Assam Millet Mission to boost millet production Read More