Symposium on Plant Genetic Resources: A Milestone Event in Climate Change and Food Security
In partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan, ICARDA, and Uzbekistan’s Research Institute of Plant Genetic Resources (RIPGR) recently hosted an international symposium commemorating the 100th anniversary of RIPGR’s establishment.
An end-of-year message from ICARDA Director General
As we look to 2025, our commitment to resilient agriculture and sustainable livelihoods remains stronger than ever, thanks to our trusted partners, funders and dedicated teams.
Strengthening Genomic Research Capacity: Training on GWAS Analysis & Genomic Selection in Jordan
In collaboration with the National Agricultural Research Center of Jordan, ICARDA conducted a five-day training workshop on Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS) Analysis and Genomic Selection (GS).
Unlocking Agricultural Potential in India: Transforming Rice Fallow with Grasspea
Odisha, in Eastern India, is cultivating 0.4 million hectares of rice fallow using ICARDA's innovative agri-technologies and practices, increasing production and improving farmers' incomes.
The CGIAR 2030 Global Strategy For Resilient Drylands – A Bold Vision Unveiled
Dec 4, UNCCD COP16, Riyadh: ICARDA & ICRISAT launch CGIAR’s 2030 Global Strategy for Resilient Drylands to transform agriculture for 2.7B dryland residents.
On World Soil Day 2024, we explore how ICARDA’s sustainable soil, water, and agronomy practices enable intensified, net-zero food production in drylands amid climate challenges and growing populations,
ICARDA and Odisha Agriculture Partner to Revitalize Forgotten Crops and Boost Livelihoods
Pulses are vital for India’s food security, offering climate resilience, pest resistance, and protein. ICARDA’s Food Legume Research Platform in Amlaha has developed nutrient-rich varieties to enhance sustainable cereal-based farming.
Building Nature-Positive Seed Systems for Community Seed Banks in Kenya and India
Community Seed Banks harness local knowledge to aid smallholder farmers in Kenya and India, conserving agrobiodiversity and developing climate-resilient crops.
