The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has taken a significant step by becoming the CGIAR’s Breeding Resources hub for South Asia. This new role will help improve crop breeding services in the region. ICRISAT aims to provide high-quality and standardized breeding services. The focus is on accelerating crop improvement to meet…
In a significant advance for agriculture, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has introduced an innovative speed breeding method called ‘Rapid Ragi.’ This method aims to speed up the growth of finger millet, also known as ragi. Traditionally, developing new varieties of finger millet takes a long time, about 100 to…
In a major breakthrough for crop science, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has introduced a new speed breeding protocol for finger millet, known as Rapid-Ragi. This innovative method significantly shortens the crop’s growth cycle, allowing researchers to grow up to four to five generations of finger millet each year. Traditionally,…
In a groundbreaking achievement for Indian agriculture, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has developed the world’s first extreme heat-tolerant pigeonpea variety, named ICPV 25444. This innovative cultivar can mature in just 125 days and withstand high temperatures of up to 45 degrees Celsius. This advancement is crucial for farmers facing…
In a significant step towards enhancing agricultural innovation, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has launched the Centre of Excellence for South-South Cooperation in Agriculture (ISSCA). This new centre aims to foster collaboration and innovation among countries in the Global South. The launch took place during the Conference on Global South…
Gujarat is about to see a significant boost in agricultural research with the establishment of the Beej Anusandhan Kendra (BAK). This new research center aims to enhance seed development and promote sustainable agriculture. A formal Tripartite Service Agreement was signed on June 3, 2025, between three key organizations: the International Crops Research Institute for the…
