The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)
Improve the livelihoods of small farmers in dryland regions through innovative agricultural research and sustainable solutions
Programs
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Genebank Programme
District
Hyderabad
States
Telangana
Established in 1972, the ICRISAT Genebank in India preserves over 129,000 germplasm accessions from 11 essential crops, including Sorghum and Chickpea. The collection, gathered from 144 countries, supports global food security and contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The Genebank maintains a diverse array of landraces, breeding lines, and wild relatives, aids breeding programs, and facilitates global collaboration through extensive seed distribution and knowledge sharing.
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Dryland Academy
District
Hyderabad
States
Telangana
ICRISAT's Dryland Academy addresses challenges in semi-arid regions by leveraging fifty years of research excellence. The Academy integrates rigorous scientific inquiry with actionable solutions through its advanced courses. Collaborating with experts, it fosters interdisciplinary exploration in dryland agri-food systems. Emphasizing cutting-edge science and innovation, the Academy applies breakthroughs in crop breeding, precision agriculture, and climate-smart practices to deliver practical, impactful solutions for dryland communities.
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CSR Form 1
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About
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Headquarters
Hyderabad, Telangana
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Since
1972
Impact
ICRISAT has helped over 25 million smallholder farmers become more resilient to climate change, as well as pest and disease outbreaks, through the development of 266 improved legume varieties and distribution of almost half a million tons of seed.
Vision and Mission
ICRISAT's vision is a prosperous, food-secure and resilient dryland tropics. Its mission is to reduce poverty, hunger, malnutrition and environmental degradation in the dryland tropics.
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Type
Non-profit
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SOC 2 Compliant
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