Organizers

Indian Council of Agricultural Research

ICAR, New Delhi, India

Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi, is an autonomous organisation under the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India. The Council is the apex body for co-ordinating, guiding and managing research and education in agriculture including horticulture, fisheries and animal sciences in the entire country.

Played pioneering role in ushering Green Revolution
Research and technology development for food security
Promoting excellence in higher education in agriculture
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Trust for Advancement of Agricultural Sciences

TAAS, New Delhi, India

Trust for Advancement of Agricultural Sciences (TAAS), New Delhi, is a neutral and vibrant Think Tank for strengthening agricultural research and innovation for development (ARI4D). This was established on 17 October, 2002 with its Headquarters at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, with vision that India becomes a prosperous agricultural country through a science-based crusade for elimination of poverty, hidden hunger and malnutrition.

Executes programs through collaboration and innovative partnerships
Policy advocacy and technology transfer
Information dissemination and capacity building
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Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research

CGIAR, Montpellier, France

Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), is a global research partnership dedicated to transforming food, land, and water systems in a climate crisis. Headquartered in Montpellier, France, CGIAR unites world-class science with local solutions to fight hunger, improve nutrition, strengthen resilience, and protect the planet.

Global research partnership since 1971
Delivers innovations that empower farmers worldwide
Drives progress in food security and rural development
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Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Authority

PPVFRA, New Delhi, India

Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Authority (PPVFRA) was established in 2005 under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India. The Authority is responsible for the implementation of the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Act, 2001, which aims to protect plant varieties, the rights of farmers and plant breeders, and to encourage the development of new varieties of plants.

Facilitates registration of new plant varieties and protection of existing ones
Ensures recognition and protection of farmers' rights, including benefit sharing
Promotes the development of new plant varieties for increased agricultural productivity
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Co-Organizers

International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center

CIMMYT, New Delhi, India

CIMMYT is a non-profit research and training organization focused on improving maize and wheat systems to address global food security challenges. It works in collaboration with National Agricultural Research Systems and partners worldwide to develop sustainable farming solutions.

Global leader in maize and wheat research for development
Develops improved varieties and sustainable farming practices
Strengthens food security and livelihoods in developing countries
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Borlaug Institute for South Asia

BISA, New Delhi, India

BISA is a non-profit international research institute dedicated to food security and reducing poverty in South Asia through sustainable agriculture. It focuses on conservation agriculture, maize and wheat systems, and capacity building to enhance agricultural productivity.

Focuses on sustainable intensification of cereal systems
Promotes conservation agriculture practices for resource efficiency
Builds capacity of farmers and researchers in South Asia
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International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics

ICRISAT, Hyderabad, India

ICRISAT is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. It focuses on semi-arid tropics and works on crops like sorghum, pearl millet, chickpea, pigeonpea, and groundnut to improve smallholder farmer livelihoods.

Research on dryland cereals and legumes for smallholder farmers
Innovations to improve crop productivity and resilience in challenging environments
Empowers rural communities through agricultural innovations and capacity building
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Alliance of Bioversity International & the International Center for Tropical Agriculture

CIAT, Montpellier, France

The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT delivers research-based solutions that address the global challenges of poverty, malnutrition, climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation. It works in more than 100 countries to transform food systems.

Research on sustainable food systems and landscapes
Conservation and use of agricultural biodiversity for food security
Solutions for climate-smart agriculture and improved nutrition
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International Center for Agriculture Research in the Dry Areas

ICARDA, Beirut, Lebanon

ICARDA is an international agricultural research organization that works with partners in developing countries and the global agricultural research community to reduce poverty, enhance food security, and improve natural resource management through agricultural research.

Research on dryland agriculture systems in developing countries
Develops resilient crop varieties and sustainable farming practices
Focuses on water scarcity, climate change, and rural development
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National Academy of Agricultural Sciences

NAAS, New Delhi, India

NAAS is a premier agricultural scientific organization in India that provides a forum to agricultural scientists to deliberate on important issues of agricultural research, education, and extension. It recognizes excellence in agricultural sciences through fellowships and awards.

Promotes agricultural research and education in India
Provides policy advice on agricultural development to the government
Recognizes excellence through fellowships, awards, and publications
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CGIAR GENDER EQUALITY AND INCLUSION

GEI, Montpellier, France

CGIAR Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) is a dedicated platform within CGIAR that focuses on advancing gender equality and social inclusion in agricultural research and development. The platform works to ensure that women and other marginalized groups have equal access to resources, opportunities, and decision-making power in agriculture and food systems.

Promotes gender-responsive agricultural research and innovation
Advocates for women's empowerment in agriculture and food systems
Develops tools and approaches for gender-transformative change
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S M Sehgal Foundation

SMSF, Gurugram, India

S M Sehgal Foundation is a public charitable trust established in 1999 with a mission to strengthen community-led development initiatives to achieve positive social, economic, and environmental change across rural India. The foundation focuses on integrated sustainable development programs in water management, agriculture development, school transformation, and community engagement.

Implements water management solutions for rural communities
Promotes agricultural best practices and improved crop diversity
Empowers rural communities through education and skill development
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Tata-Cornell Institute

TCI, Ithaca, USA

The Tata-Cornell Institute for Agriculture and Nutrition (TCI) is a research institute dedicated to reducing poverty and malnutrition in South Asia through innovative solutions in agriculture and nutrition. TCI focuses on improving the productivity and resilience of smallholder farmers while enhancing the nutritional quality of food systems.

Develops innovative solutions for agriculture and nutrition in South Asia
Focuses on improving smallholder farmer productivity and resilience
Conducts interdisciplinary research to address poverty and malnutrition
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Bharat Krishak Samaj

BKS, New Delhi, India

Bharat Krishak Samaj (BKS) is a leading farmers' organization in India dedicated to empowering farmers and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. Established with a vision to improve the socio-economic conditions of farmers, BKS works towards agricultural development, policy advocacy, and knowledge dissemination across rural India.

Advocates for farmer-friendly policies and agricultural reforms
Promotes sustainable farming practices and agricultural innovation
Organizes training programs and knowledge sharing for farmers
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Indian Society of Plant Genetic Resources

ISPGR, New Delhi, India

The Indian Society of Plant Genetic Resources (ISPGR) is a professional organization dedicated to the conservation, sustainable use, and study of plant genetic resources in India. The society brings together scientists, researchers, and practitioners working in the field of plant genetic resources to promote research, education, and policy development.

Promotes conservation and sustainable use of plant genetic resources
Facilitates research and knowledge exchange in plant genetic resources
Organizes conferences, workshops, and training programs on PGR
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Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry

CIFOR-ICRAF, Nairobi, Kenya

CIFOR-ICRAF is a non-profit scientific research organization that advances human well-being, environmental conservation, and equity by conducting research to help shape policies and practices affecting forest landscapes and people's livelihoods in developing countries. The center focuses on the intersection of forestry, agriculture, and food security.

Research on sustainable forest management and agroforestry systems
Promotes landscape approaches for sustainable development
Enhances livelihoods through integrated tree-based systems
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Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research

ACIAR, Canberra, Australia

ACIAR is the Australian Government's specialist agricultural research-for-development agency. It works in partnership with developing countries to improve the productivity and sustainability of agricultural systems and the resilience of rural livelihoods. ACIAR addresses development challenges through agricultural research and innovation.

Funds collaborative agricultural research projects in developing countries
Builds research capacity and promotes knowledge sharing
Focuses on climate-resilient agriculture and food security
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International Food Policy Research Institute

IFPRI, Washington, DC, USA

IFPRI provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition. It works with partners around the world to ensure sustainable food production, promote healthy food systems, improve markets and trade, transform agriculture, build resilience, and strengthen institutions and governance.

Research on food security, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture
Provides evidence-based policy recommendations for governments
Addresses challenges of climate change, gender equality, and youth in agriculture
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International Water Management Institute

IWMI, Colombo, Sri Lanka

IWMI is a non-profit scientific research organization focusing on the sustainable use of water and land resources in agriculture. It works with governments, civil society, and the private sector to develop solutions for water management challenges in developing countries, with a focus on improving food security and livelihoods.

Research on water management, irrigation, and water productivity
Develops solutions for water scarcity and climate resilience
Promotes sustainable water governance and inclusive water management
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