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ICRISAT's Drone Technology featured on ETV BHARAT Telangana ! Watch this detailed report in Telugu on how ICRISAT uses #Drones for crop monitoring - https://lnkd.in/gFY7j2E4 #Drone #AgricultureDrone #ICRISAT

#WatchICRISATNews Check out this video report on a new study by #ICRISAT, International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), and Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS) revealing that over two-thirds of surveyed households consume less protein than recommended—despite the availability of protein-rich foods like legumes, dairy, and livestock products. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/gqvhaiWg

🇮🇳 Rural Indians face protein deficiency despite having enough food: ICRISAT The researchers found that diets in these areas mainly include rice and wheat, but they lack essential amino acids. Rural Indians can afford & produce protein-rich foods like pulses, dairy, eggs and meat. Cultural habits, lack of awareness & financial limits reduce protein intake. Another important finding of the study was that educated women in households ensure better nutrition & balanced diets. The Public Distribution System supports cereal-heavy diets with limited protein options. Government food schemes should include more pulses, millets & protein-rich foods. The study’s lead researcher and Deputy Global Research Program Director at ICRISAT, Shalander Kumar, said, “Simply increasing the food supply will not address malnutrition. Without targeted efforts to promote diverse diets and educate communities on the importance of protein, malnutrition will persist.” 🔃 Repost !! If you found it valuable. 🚀 Follow Foodkida for food industry NEWS updates. ---------------- 5 Days - Certified Course on KAIZEN. 👉 Apply link is given in the comment box. ---------------- ICRISAT | International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS) | Food Safety and Standards Authority of India | FAO | World Food Programme | UNICEF India Dr. Stanford (Stan) Blade, KSLA | Shalander Kumar | Shahidur Rashid | Purnima Menon | Cynthia McCaffrey | Elisabeth Faure | Takayuki Hagiwara #ICRISAT #IFPRI #CESS #ProteinDeficiency #RuralIndia #Malnutrition #FoodSecurity

#PressRelease A new study published by scientists at the #ICRISAT, International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), and Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS) highlights the alarming reality! More than two-thirds of households surveyed across India’s semi-arid tropics consume less protein than recommended despite sufficient availability. #Nutrition #Health #ProteinFood CGIAR Nutrition, Health & Food Security CGIAR Shalander Kumar Soumitra Pramanik Read more - https://lnkd.in/gqvhaiWg

Celebrating #InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsinScience! Dr Janila Pasupuleti, leader of ICRISAT's groundnut breeding program, highlights the need to bring more women in science today to create a more balanced future.

Recently, ICRISAT welcomed Mr Bob Nixon, Director and Deputy Chair at the Grains Research and Development Corporation, along with a delegation of #AustralianFarmers. The visit focused on climate-resilient legumes and pulses. During their time at #ICRISAT, the delegation engaged in discussions with Dr Dr. Stanford (Stan) Blade, KSLA, DG-Interim and researchers. They also explored the Genebank and various research facilities, including the genomics and plant pathology labs.

Celebrating #InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsinScience! Dr Padmaja Karanam (Padmaja Karanam V), Environmental Scientist by training and Senior Scientist at ICRISAT, advocates for more #womeninscience, believing that diversity drives discovery and inclusive innovation is key to enhancing global food security and climate action.

Our recent workshop on Genomic Selection for Dryland Crops brought together 40 participants from 14 organizations across Asia and Africa. Led by experts such as Dr Dorcus Gemenet from CGIAR, along with specialists from academia and #ICRISAT, the event featured hands-on sessions, in-depth discussions, and personalized consultations. Participants explored both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of genomic selection in breeding programs.

Celebrating #InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsinScience! Dr Wricha Tyagi, a trained plant molecular biologist and former professor, has been inspiring young minds in advanced science. At #ICRISAT, she leads the Cell & Molecular Biology and Trait Engineering Cluster. She strongly advocates for more women in science, believing that any form of bias is detrimental to science.

Dr. Sreenath Dixit, Principal Scientist & Strategic Advisor, #ICRISAT delivered 34th MANAGE Krishi Gyandeep Knowledge Lecture Series (KGKLS) on the topic “My Journey as an Extension Professional” on February 11, 2025 at #MANAGE. In his lecture, he shared his journey as a field demonstrator in a private agribusiness company, development worker in an #NGO, progressing through the Agricultural Research Service (#ARS), becoming a Principal Scientist at #ICAR_CRIDA; Director- Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Banglore and eventually serving as a Strategic Advisor at ICRISAT. Drawing from his forty years of experience in agricultural extension, he illustrated key learnings, challenges, and solutions through several anecdotes and real-life situations. He emphasized the core values essential for extension professionals, including honesty, integrity, holistic understanding of problem and passion for the work. He discussed the challenges faced in agricultural extension and stressed the importance of understanding farmers, their needs, communication methods, and showing empathy toward their problems. He said that challenges are inevitable, but a well-prepared extension professional can overcome them through adaptability and strategic planning. Dr. Balasubramani, Director (CA&CCA), MANAGE, praised Dr. Sreenath Dixit's forty-year journey as an extension professional and his significant contributions to agricultural extension. He also appreciated his association with MANAGE as a guide and mentor. The lecture attended by MANAGE faculty members, consultants, and MANAGE Fellows. Dr. A. Srinivasacharyulu, Deputy Director (KM), coordinated the program by with aid by Dr. @Nedhi Sharma, MANAGE Fellow. #MANAGE #manage #AgriculturalExtension #KnowledgeLecture #ICRISAT #ExtensionProfessional #FarmerEmpathy #StrategicPlanning #ImpactAssessment #ContinuousLearning #HonestyIntegrity Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India Sreenath Dixit Srinivasacharyulu Attaluri ICRISAT