ICRISAT

ICRISAT http://www.icrisat.org It is a member of the CGIAR Consortium. www.icrisat.org

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The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics is a non-profit and non-political research organization helping the poor in the semi-arid areas of the developing world. The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid-Tropics (ICRISAT) is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa with

a wide array of partners throughout the world. Covering 6.5 million square kilometers of land in 55 countries, the semi-arid tropics have over 2 billion people, and 644 million of these are the poorest of the poor. ICRISAT innovations help the dryland poor move from poverty to prosperity by harnessing markets while managing risks – a strategy called Inclusive Market- Oriented development (lMOD). ICRISAT is headquartered in Patancheru near Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India, with two regional hubs and five country offices in sub-Saharan Africa. Its science is carried out by 15 research Centers who are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations. www.cgiar.org

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr A.K. Singh, Former Director & Vice Chancellor, ICAR-IARIDr A.K. Singh, For...
19/08/2026

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr A.K. Singh, Former Director & Vice Chancellor, ICAR-IARI

Dr A.K. Singh, Former Director & Vice Chancellor, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), brings extensive experience in agricultural extension, research, education, farmer engagement and institutional leadership.

With a career spanning several senior leadership roles within ICAR, Dr Singh has worked extensively to strengthen the connection between agricultural research, extension systems and farmers.

At 2026, Dr Singh will bring valuable perspectives on how stronger research–extension linkages, agricultural education, farmer-centric innovation and institutional partnerships can contribute to resilient and sustainable agricultural systems in dryland regions.

We look forward to his insights as researchers, policymakers, industry leaders and development partners come together to shape the future of dryland agriculture.

📅 10–12 September 2026
📍 NASC Complex, New Delhi

Join us as we work together to Transform Dryland Agriculture with South–South Cooperation – https://drylandcongress.icrisat.org

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Seema Bathla, Professor, Jawaharlal Nehru UniversityDr Seema Bathla, Profe...
19/08/2026

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Seema Bathla, Professor, Jawaharlal Nehru University

Dr Seema Bathla, Professor, Centre for the Study of Regional Development, School of Social Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), brings extensive expertise in agricultural economics. Her research examines the changing dynamics of Indian agriculture, with a focus on agricultural growth, productivity, employment, rural transformation, public investment and farm incomes. Her work brings an important economic and policy perspective to understanding the challenges facing farmers and rural communities.

At 2026, Dr Bathla will bring valuable perspectives on how agricultural policies, public investment, rural livelihoods and inclusive development can contribute to more resilient and sustainable agricultural systems in dryland regions. We look forward to her insights.

Join us as we work together to Transform Dryland Agriculture with South–South Cooperation – https://drylandcongress.icrisat.org

📅 10–12 September 2026
📍 NASC Complex, New Delhi

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Samapti Guha, TISSDr Samapti Guha, Professor, Centre for Social Entreprene...
18/08/2026

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Samapti Guha, TISS

Dr Samapti Guha, Professor, Centre for Social Entrepreneurship, School of Management and Labour Studies, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, brings extensive expertise in development economics, microfinance, social entrepreneurship, women’s entrepreneurship and financial inclusion.

A Development Economist, Dr Guha has worked extensively on the economic and social dimensions of rural livelihoods, with research spanning micro-enterprises, women’s entrepreneurship, financial literacy, financial behaviour and inclusive finance. Her work examines how access to finance, entrepreneurship and social enterprise models can contribute to sustainable livelihoods and inclusive development.

Dr Guha has also played an important role in strengthening the ecosystem for social entrepreneurship and innovation, including developing academic programmes and mentoring social enterprises. Her research and engagement bring an important perspective on connecting entrepreneurship, finance and community-led solutions with broader development goals.

At 2026, Dr Guha will bring valuable perspectives on how inclusive finance, social entrepreneurship, women’s economic participation and locally driven enterprise can strengthen rural livelihoods and contribute to resilient and sustainable development in dryland regions.

We look forward to her insights as researchers, policymakers, industry leaders and development partners come together to shape the future of dryland agriculture.

📅 10–12 September 2026
📍 NASC Complex, New Delhi

Join us as we work together to Transform Dryland Agriculture with South–South Cooperation – https://drylandcongress.icrisat.org

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Pradnya Paithankar, World Food ProgrammeDr Pradnya Paithankar, Head of Res...
18/08/2026

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Pradnya Paithankar, World Food Programme

Dr Pradnya Paithankar, Head of Resilience, Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction, World Food Programme, brings extensive experience in climate resilience, disaster risk reduction, food security and strengthening the resilience of vulnerable communities.

Her work focuses on helping communities and food systems anticipate, withstand and recover from climate and disaster-related shocks. At 2026, Dr Paithankar will bring valuable perspectives on how resilience-building, climate risk management and disaster risk reduction can strengthen food systems and livelihoods in dryland regions.

We look forward to her insights. Join us as we work together to Transform Dryland Agriculture with South–South Cooperation – https://drylandcongress.icrisat.org

📅 10–12 September 2026
📍 NASC Complex, New Delhi

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Smita Sirohi, ICAR National Professor, NIAEPRDr Smita Sirohi, ICAR Nationa...
17/08/2026

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Smita Sirohi, ICAR National Professor, NIAEPR

Dr Smita Sirohi, ICAR National Professor, ICAR-National Institute of Agricultural Economics and Policy Research (NIAEPR), brings over three decades of experience in agricultural economics, policy, climate change, international trade and sustainable agri-food systems.

Dr Sirohi brings valuable experience at the intersection of research, policy and international cooperation. Her work with national and international institutions, including her role in India's engagement in global agri-food forums, has contributed to advancing discussions on food security, nutrition, trade and sustainable agricultural development.

At 2026, Dr Sirohi will bring valuable perspectives on how evidence-based agricultural policies, climate resilience, trade and sustainable agri-food systems can support inclusive and resilient agricultural transformation in dryland regions.

We look forward to her insights as researchers, policymakers, industry leaders and development partners come together to shape the future of dryland agriculture.

📅 10–12 September 2026
📍 NASC Complex, New Delhi

Join us as we work together to Transform Dryland Agriculture with South–South Cooperation – https://drylandcongress.icrisat.org

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Mahesh Gathala, International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) ...
16/08/2026

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Mahesh Gathala, International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT)

Dr Mahesh Gathala, Country Representative for India and Lead Systems Agronomist – Asia, CIMMYT, brings extensive expertise in systems agronomy, conservation agriculture, soil fertility, sustainable intensification and climate-resilient farming systems.

With more than a decade of research across South Asia, Dr Gathala has worked extensively on developing productive, profitable and sustainable farming systems, with a particular focus on the Eastern Gangetic Plains of India, Bangladesh and Nepal.

At 2026, Dr Gathala will bring valuable perspectives on how systems-based approaches, conservation agriculture, climate-smart agronomy and regional partnerships can help build more resilient and sustainable farming systems in dryland regions.

We look forward to his insights at the Dryland Congress 2026.

📅 10–12 September 2026
📍 NASC Complex, New Delhi

Join us as we work together to Transform Dryland Agriculture with South–South Cooperation – https://drylandcongress.icrisat.org

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Shahidur Rashid, International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) Dr S...
16/08/2026

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Shahidur Rashid, International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)

Dr Shahidur Rashid, Director, South Asia Office, IFPRI, brings more than two decades of experience in agricultural and food policy, rural development, markets, food security and evidence-based policymaking across Asia and Africa.

His research has examined critical issues including food grain markets, agricultural price policies, agricultural incentives, rural transformation and institutional development, with a strong focus on generating evidence that can inform policies and investments for more resilient and inclusive food systems.

At 2026, Dr Rashid will bring valuable perspectives on how evidence-based policies, markets, investments and regional cooperation can support resilient agricultural systems and inclusive food systems in dryland regions.

We look forward to his insights as researchers, policymakers, industry leaders and development partners come together to shape the future of dryland agriculture.

📅 10–12 September 2026
📍 NASC Complex, New Delhi

Join us as we work together to Transform Dryland Agriculture with South–South Cooperation – https://drylandcongress.icrisat.org

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Kevin Pixley, CIMMYTDr Kevin Pixley, Director, Dryland Crops Program, Inte...
15/08/2026

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Kevin Pixley, CIMMYT

Dr Kevin Pixley, Director, Dryland Crops Program, International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT), brings extensive expertise in crop improvement, genetic resources, plant breeding and agricultural biotechnology.

As the lead of CIMMYT’s Dryland Crops Program (DCP), Dr Pixley guides a major effort to strengthen dryland crop improvement. The program works with national agricultural research systems and other partners to accelerate genetic gains, strengthen breeding pipelines, and develop varieties that respond to farmers’ needs, climate challenges and market opportunities.

A key part of this work is building stronger regional crop improvement networks that bring together research institutions and partners to strengthen breeding capacity and accelerate the development and delivery of improved varieties for dryland farming systems.

At 2026, Dr Pixley will bring valuable perspectives on how modern crop improvement, regional partnerships and genetic innovation can help deliver climate-resilient varieties and transform agricultural systems in dryland regions.

We look forward to his insights as researchers, policymakers, industry leaders and development partners come together to shape the future of dryland agriculture.

📅 10–12 September 2026
📍 NASC Complex, New Delhi

Join us as we work together to Transform Dryland Agriculture with South–South Cooperation – https://drylandcongress.icrisat.org

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Justify Shava, South African Development Community Plant Genetic Resources...
15/08/2026

Dryland Congress 2026 | Meet the Speaker – Dr Justify Shava, South African Development Community Plant Genetic Resources Centre

Dr Justify Shava, Head, SADC Plant Genetic Resources Centre, brings extensive expertise in plant genetic resources conservation, crop diversity, seed systems and the sustainable use of genetic resources for food and agriculture.

The SPGRC conserve and make available the rich plant genetic diversity of Southern Africa and serves as a regional gene bank and coordinates a network of national centres across the 16 SADC Member States.

At 2026, Dr Shava will bring valuable perspectives on how regional cooperation, genetic resources and stronger seed and conservation systems can help safeguard crop diversity and build resilient agricultural systems for dryland regions.

We look forward to his insights as researchers, policymakers, industry leaders and development partners come together to shape the future of dryland agriculture.

📅 10–12 September 2026
📍 NASC Complex, New Delhi

Join us as we work together to Transform Dryland Agriculture with South–South Cooperation – https://drylandcongress.icrisat.org

Today, ICRISAT workforce celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day at Patancheru, Hyderabad.The celebrations featured a m...
15/08/2026

Today, ICRISAT workforce celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day at Patancheru, Hyderabad.

The celebrations featured a march by ICRISAT Security Services, adding pride and spirit to the occasion. The event also featured vibrant cultural performances.

Reflecting on India’s journey since 1947, Director General Dr Himanshu Pathak highlighted how ensuring food security was one of the country’s foremost priorities at Independence, he stated,

"Today, India’s transformation into a food-surplus nation stands as one of the country’s remarkable achievements and a testament to the collective efforts of generations of farmers, scientists, policymakers and the entire agriculture workforce. At ICRISAT, we are proud to be part of this continuing journey towards a more food-secure, climate-resilient and prosperous India."

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