ICRISAT inaugurated its international training program, “Regenerative Agriculture for Climate Resilience and Sustainable Intensification of the Drylands,” on 3 March 2026. This landmark program is the first in a series of trainings organized by the ICRISAT Center of Excellence for South-South Cooperation in Agriculture (ISSCA), supported by the Dryland Academy, […]
On 21 February 2026, a Cross-Learning Workshop on the Odisha Livelihoods Mission–ICRISAT Project, titled ‘Sustainable Improvement of Rural Livelihoods through Science-led Interventions,’ was held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The workshop brought together government officials, scientists, farmers, and women Self-Help Group members, underscoring collaborative efforts to enhance rural livelihoods through innovative, science-based […]
On 25 February 2026, ICRISAT successfully concluded its 10-day International Training Program on Regenerative Agriculture for Climate Resilience and Sustainable Development at its headquarters. Supported by the Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research (UPCAR), the program aimed to strengthen the knowledge, technical capacity, and field-level competencies of the state’s agricultural […]
ICRISAT participated in the AI4Agri Global Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture and Investor Summit 2026, held from 22–23 February 2026 in Mumbai. The ICRISAT delegation highlighted cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence-driven digital innovations and data-centric solutions aimed at strengthening smallholder farmers’ resilience and productivity across the Global South. Dr Himanshu Pathak, […]
On 17 February 2026, ICRISAT inaugurated the International Training Program on Regenerative Agriculture for Climate Resilience and Sustainable Development at its headquarters, with support from the Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research (UPCAR). The two-week program brought together 19 participants from agricultural institutions, including Krishi Vigyan Kendras, fostering a vibrant […]
On 14 February 2026, Mr K Surendra Mohan, Secretary of the Agriculture & Cooperation Department, Government of Telangana, accompanied by Ms Yasmin Basha, Director of Horticulture, and other senior officials, visited ICRISAT headquarters to explore collaborative opportunities for the state’s farming community. During the visit, the delegation held detailed discussions […]
ICRISAT Director General, Dr Himanshu Pathak, recently visited the key project sites in the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh, including Poora Birdha in Lalitpur district and Tahrauli in Jhansi district. He reviewed the ongoing initiatives on regenerative landscapes and sustainable natural resource management. The visit was facilitated by Dr Ramesh […]
On 21 January 2026, ICRISAT hosted a high-level delegation from the ICICI Foundation, led by its President, Mr Sanjay Datta, accompanied by Mr Manish Kumar, Head of ESG, Mr Vineet Rungta, Head of Health Program, Mr Venkatesh B K, Head Operations, Mr Asif Iqbal Zonal Head, Suhas Nayak, Head-Programmes, at […]
ICRISAT’s Patancheru headquarters welcomed Senior Science Journalist Mr Pallav Bagla from NDTV on 14 January 2026. Received by Director General Dr Himanshu Pathak, the visit highlighted the institute’s pivotal role in agricultural research and innovation. Mr Bagla toured research facilities, where scientists demonstrated several breakthrough technologies. These included heat-tolerant and […]
ICRISAT scientists recently took center stage at the International Conference on Development and Environmental Economics (SANDEE@25) in Kathmandu, presenting groundbreaking evidence on landscape rejuvenation to a global audience. Dr Kaushal K Garg and Dr K H Anantha, both Principal Scientists in Natural Resource Management, were joined by Prof Madheswaran, a […]
Recently, ICRISAT’s Associate Manager, Resilient Farming Systems, Mr Hari Om Singh presented this groundbreaking work, titled “Water Hyacinth to agricultural manure: biomass estimation with Pléiades Neo optical imagery and aerobic composting in Puri, India,” at the IEEE India Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium (InGARSS 2025) symposium. The presentation demonstrated how […]
A team of scientists from ICRISAT (Drs. Anantha KH, Venkata Radha A, and Nagarjuna N Reddy) participated in the 35th edition of World Water Week, where the global community convened under the theme “Water for Climate Action.” Supported by the CGIAR Multifunctional Landscapes (MFL) Science Program, the team utilized this […]
ICRISAT and CGIAR’s Multifunctional Landscapes (MFL) Program hosted a special session on “Scaling Pathways for the Landscape Approach for Transforming the Agri-Food System” during the 33rd Annual Conference of the Agricultural Economics Research Association (AERA), organized jointly with The National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (NAARM). The event took place […]
In a creative observance of UN World Soil Day on 5 December 2025, scientists from ICRISAT’s Soil Laboratory crafted a vibrant artistic display. This visual artwork was directly inspired by the FAO’s 2025 theme, “Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities,” symbolizing the critical link between sustainable urban development and foundational soil […]
ICRISAT, under Director General Dr Himanshu Pathak, has recently bolstered its collaborative framework in Uttar Pradesh through three strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs). Key agreements were signed with two leading state agricultural universities: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology (SVPUAT), Meerut, and Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture […]
ICRISAT contributed significantly to a national multi-stakeholder workshop on acid soil management, organized by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research – Central Rice Research Institute on 2 December 2025. The event centered on the “SAFAR” project, an innovative initiative to create ‘Eco-Lime’ from industrial by-products like basic slag and fly […]
ICRISAT’s Director General, Dr Himanshu Pathak, visited the long-term field experiment for transplanted pigeonpea on 2 December 2025. The visit underscored the institution’s commitment to this transformative, climate-resilient technology aimed at bridging the critical yield gap in rainfed cultivation. Dr Pathak reviewed the ongoing trials and was briefed by the […]
ICRISAT made significant contributions at the Sixth International Agronomy Congress (IAC-2025) on “Re-envisioning Agronomy for Smart Agri-Food Systems and Environmental Stewardship,” held from 24–26 November 2025 at the CSIR–National Physical Laboratory (NPL) in New Delhi. Dr Himanshu Pathak, Director General of ICRISAT, delivered the valedictory address as Chief Guest, highlighting […]
On 7 November 2025, ICRISAT scientists Dr Gajanan Sawargaonkar, Principal Scientist – Agronomy, Dr Rajesh Pasumarthi, Scientist – Microbiology, and Dr Rohan Khopade, Scientist – Horticulture, participated in the Regional Consultation on Biochar and Alternate Wetting and Drying Irrigation for Climate-Smart Rice Production in ASEAN, organized by the Asian Institute […]
ICRISAT is restoring freshwater ecosystems using its solar-powered water hyacinth harvester. The recognition of this harvester as one of India’s Top 100 Innovations of 2025 was announced during the launch of the book Top 100 Indian Innovations 2025 at the India International Innovation and Invention Expo (INEX India) on 13 […]
