Summary

ICRISAT is a premier international organization dedicated to solving global food insecurity, primarily targeting the 2.1 billion people living in arid and semi-arid regions across Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and beyond. Founded in 1986, this organization has successfully transformed conventional agriculture into sustainable dryland systems to combat hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and environmental degradation caused by drought, heat, and pests. Its mission focuses on developing robust crop breeding programs, enhancing seed health and genetic diversity, and building resilient models to mitigate climate impacts. Through rigorous crop physiology research and molecular genetic engineering, ICRISAT helps farmers maintain productivity while conserving water resources and reducing input costs. Furthermore, the institute plays a critical role in crop protection strategies to manage pests and diseases effectively, ensuring that these diverse systems can withstand future weather events. By fostering collaboration between science, policy, and stakeholders, ICRISAT aims to provide a holistic approach to sustainable dryland farming that aligns with both global food security needs and conservation goals.

Title

ICRISAT

Description

ICRISAT

Keywords

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NS Lookup

A 13.234.139.204

Dates

Created 2026-03-09

Updated 2026-04-14

Summarized 2026-04-15