{
    "title": "ICRISAT Strengthens South\u2013South Collaboration through ISSCA and ITEC Global Training Programs",
    "modified_at": "2026-04-13 11:02:17",
    "published_at": "2026-04-14 10:26:00",
    "url": "https://pressroom.icrisat.org/icrisat-strengthens-south-south-collaboration-through-issca-and-itec-global-training-programs",
    "short_url": "http://prez.ly/jNBd",
    "culture": "en",
    "language": "EN",
    "subtitle": "Four specialized courses equip global practitioners with science-based regenerative agriculture, digital technologies, crop improvement, and seed systems",
    "slug": "icrisat-strengthens-south-south-collaboration-through-issca-and-itec-global-training-programs",
    "body": "<p>Across the Global South, agriculture is emerging as a shared challenge that demands scalable solutions, stronger partnerships, and faster knowledge exchange. Addressing this need requires science-led approaches that combine innovation, capacity building, and global collaboration. To advance this, ICRISAT hosted a series of four international training programs from 3 March to 3 April 2026. </p><p>The programs were delivered through the ICRISAT Center of Excellence for South-South Cooperation in Agriculture (<a href=\"https://issca.icrisat.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ISSCA</a>), in collaboration with the Dryland Academy, under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (<a href=\"https://www.itecgoi.in/index\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ITEC</a>) initiative of India&#039;s Ministry of External Affairs (<a href=\"https://www.mea.gov.in/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MEA</a>). </p><p>Developed collaboratively by ICRISAT and ISSCA partners, the courses enabled participants to understand, evaluate, and adopt scalable technologies for agriculture, climate resilience, and rural development, while building country-level collaborations to drive technology transfer, localization, and institutional partnerships. </p>\n    <figure\n        class=\"release-content-image release-content-image--contained release-content-image--align-center\"\n        data-component=\"image-zoom-popup\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-selector=\".release-content-image__image\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-i18n=\"data:application/json;base64,eyJEb3dubG9hZCI6IkRvd25sb2FkIn0=\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-views-event=\"Story Image View\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-download-event=\"Story Image Download\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-placement=\"content\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover\" style=\"width: 100%\">\n            <img\n                src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/9f1ed2e2-d5da-4426-8d33-e1d6d602170f/-/resize/1200x/-/format/auto/\"\n                                    srcset=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/9f1ed2e2-d5da-4426-8d33-e1d6d602170f/-/resize/1200x/-/format/auto/ 1x, https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/9f1ed2e2-d5da-4426-8d33-e1d6d602170f/-/resize/2400x/-/format/auto/ 2x\"\n                                class=\"release-content-image__image image-thumbnail-rollover__image\"\n                data-description=\"Participation overview across four ICRISAT ISSCA&amp;ndash;ITEC training programs.\"\n                id=\"image-9f1ed2e2-d5da-4426-8d33-e1d6d602170f\"\n                data-id=\"9f1ed2e2-d5da-4426-8d33-e1d6d602170f\"\n                data-original=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/9f1ed2e2-d5da-4426-8d33-e1d6d602170f/-/inline/no/Infographic_ISSCA+and+ITEC+Press+Release+2.jpg\"\n                data-mfp-src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/9f1ed2e2-d5da-4426-8d33-e1d6d602170f/-/resize/1200x/-/format/auto/\"\n                alt=\"Participation overview across four ICRISAT ISSCA\u2013ITEC training programs.\"\n            />\n            <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover__caption\">\n                <svg class=\"icon icon-expand image-thumbnail-rollover__caption-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-expand\"></use>\n            </svg>            </div>\n        </div>\n\n        <figcaption class=\"release-content-image__caption\">Participation overview across four ICRISAT ISSCA&ndash;ITEC training programs.</figcaption>\n    </figure>\n<p><strong>A total of 129 participants from 25 countries participated in this intensive capacity-building initiative.</strong> The participants represented a diverse mix of policymakers, researchers, extension professionals, and development practitioners from the Global South, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing scalable solutions in climate-resilient agriculture, digital transformation, crop improvement, and seed systems strengthening.</p><div\n    id='gallery-f8e75cf5-aae2-4ad9-a5e2-f8278430112e'\n    class='release-content-gallery release-content-gallery--layout-contained'\n    data-component='chromatic-gallery,image-zoom-popup'\n    data-chromatic-gallery-padding='S'\n    data-chromatic-gallery-thumbnail-size='XS'\n    data-chromatic-gallery-captions='data:application/json,true'\n    data-chromatic-gallery-photos='data:application/json;base64,[{"id":"4469e0f2-2734-4a06-822f-840021dd9761","src":"https:\/\/cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com\/4469e0f2-2734-4a06-822f-840021dd9761\/-\/crop\/4729x3022\/1694,0\/-\/preview\/-\/preview\/1108x1108\/-\/format\/auto\/","aspect_ratio":1.5648577101257446,"caption":"[L-R]: Dr Ramesh Singh, Principal Scientist - Landscape Resource Conservation, ICRISAT; 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data-chromatic-gallery-expand-icon='data:text/plain;base64,PHN2ZyBjbGFzcz0iaWNvbiBpY29uLWV4cGFuZCI+CiAgICAgICAgICAgICAgICA8dXNlIHhsaW5rOmhyZWY9IiNpY29uLWV4cGFuZCI+PC91c2U+CiAgICAgICAgICAgIDwvc3ZnPg=='\n    data-image-zoom-popup-selector='.chromatic-gallery__photo'\n    data-image-zoom-popup-i18n='data:application/json;base64,eyJEb3dubG9hZCI6IkRvd25sb2FkIn0='\n    data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-view-event='Story Image View'\n    data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-download-event='Story Image Download'\n    data-image-zoom-popup-placement='content'\n></div><p>Highlighting the need for stronger global collaboration to drive sustainable transformation, Dr Himanshu Pathak, Director General of ICRISAT, said: </p><blockquote><strong>&ldquo;The future of agriculture will be shaped by how effectively countries collaborate, share knowledge, and scale solutions.</strong></blockquote><blockquote><strong>&ldquo;Through ICRISAT&rsquo;s institutional platforms, such as ISSCA and the Dryland Academy, we connect science, innovation, and partnerships to drive sustainable transformation across the Global South,&rdquo; said Dr Himanshu Pathak.</strong></blockquote><p>The training series focused on four priority areas aligned with ISSCA&#039;s focus areas:</p><ol class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--numbered release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span><strong>Regenerative Agriculture for Climate Resilience and Sustainable Intensification of the Drylands: </strong>Featured scalable regenerative practices to restore soil health, improve water-use efficiency, and strengthen resilience, complemented by hands-on training in tools such as digital MRV and decision-support systems.</span></li><li><span><strong>Digital and Geospatial Technologies for Agricultural Monitoring and Decision Support: </strong>Equipped participants with practical skills in remote sensing, GIS, and AI-driven analytics for real-time crop monitoring, risk assessment, and data-driven advisory services.</span></li><li><span><strong>Climate Smart and Nutri-Rich Cultivars for the Future: </strong>Highlighted scientific advancements in ICRISAT&rsquo;s specialty crops, such as millets and legumes, along with advanced breeding, genomics, and biofortification technologies to develop high-yielding, nutritious, and farmer-preferred varieties.</span></li><li><span><strong>Designing and Delivering Resilient Seed Systems for Sustainable Food Security in Drylands: </strong>Trained participants on the multidisciplinary nature of seed systems, strengthening their capacity to design inclusive, market-oriented approaches by integrating policy, digital innovations, and community-based delivery models.</span></li></ol><div\n    id='gallery-b2fdeea2-9c41-466f-a73d-6d935e2043ac'\n    class='release-content-gallery release-content-gallery--layout-contained'\n    data-component='chromatic-gallery,image-zoom-popup'\n    data-chromatic-gallery-padding='S'\n    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with diverse cohorts representing over 25 countries, we are strengthening global capacity to tackle agricultural challenges,&quot; said Dr Stanford Blade. </strong></blockquote><p>Throughout the courses, participants engaged in expert-led sessions, hands-on training, field visits to seed companies, the <a href=\"https://www.nutrihubiimr.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NutriHub</a>, and the India Meteorological Department (<a href=\"https://mausam.imd.gov.in/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IMD</a>), and peer learning. The programs focused on practical application, with real-world case studies, tools, and analytical frameworks tailored to dryland systems. Participants strengthened their technical capacities while exchanging insights across countries, developing context-specific approaches for implementation within their national and regional systems.</p><p>These learning experiences were further enriched through contributions from partners and global experts, including Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (<a href=\"https://tnau.ac.in/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TNAU</a>), Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research (<a href=\"https://upcar.up.gov.in/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UPCAR</a>), Punjab Agricultural University (<a href=\"https://pau.edu/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PAU</a>), ICAR&ndash;Central Arid Zone Research Institute (ICAR-CAZRI), ICAR&ndash;Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research (<a href=\"https://www.iifsr.org.in/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ICAR-IIFSR</a>), ICAR&ndash;Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research (<a href=\"https://icar-iior.org.in/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ICAR-IIOR</a>), ICAR&ndash;Indian Institute of Rice Research (<a href=\"https://www.icar-iirr.org/index.php/en/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ICAR-IIRR</a>), Bharatiya Beej Sahakari Samiti Limited (<a href=\"https://bbssl.coop/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BBSSL</a>), <a href=\"https://www.corteva.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Corteva</a> Agriscience, Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University (<a href=\"https://rlbcau.ac.in/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RLBCAU</a>), Seed Traceability, Authentication, and Holistic Inventory (<a href=\"https://www.digitalindia.gov.in/initiative/sathi/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SAATHI</a>) Portal, Gubba Cold Storage Limited (<a href=\"https://gubbagroup.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gubba Seeds</a>), ICAR&ndash;Indian Institute of Millets Research (<a href=\"https://www.millets.res.in/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ICAR-IIMR</a>), and ICAR&ndash;Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture (<a href=\"https://www.icar-crida.res.in/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ICAR-CRIDA</a>).</p><p>The programs also benefited from CGIAR collaboration, including the International Water Management Institute (<a href=\"https://www.iwmi.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IWMI</a>), International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (<a href=\"https://icarda.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ICARDA</a>), CGIAR Science Program on Breeding for Tomorrow (<a href=\"https://www.cgiar.org/cgiar-research-portfolio-2025-2030/breeding-tomorrow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">B4T</a>), CGIAR Data and Digital Accelerator (<a href=\"https://www.cgiar.org/cgiar-research-portfolio-2025-2030/digital-transformation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DDA</a>) International Rice Research Institute (<a href=\"https://www.irri.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IRRI</a>), International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (<a href=\"https://www.cimmyt.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CIMMYT</a>), World Vegetable Center (<a href=\"https://avrdc.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WorldVeg</a>), and <a href=\"https://www.harvestplus.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HarvestPlus</a>, bringing diverse scientific expertise into the training programs.</p><p>Emphasizing peer-to-peer learning, Mr Sanjay Agarwal, Assistant Director General of ICRISAT, encouraged participants to share scalable solutions through ISSCA platform:</p><blockquote><strong>&quot;Solutions to many of agriculture&rsquo;s challenges already exist. We must bridge the knowledge gap to make them accessible across borders.</strong></blockquote><blockquote><strong>&quot;The ICRISAT Center of Excellence for South&ndash;South Cooperation in Agriculture (ISSCA) is designed to do exactly this by connecting countries, building capacity, and enabling solutions to be adapted to local contexts,&rdquo; said Mr Sanjay Agarwal.</strong></blockquote><p>With four additional ITEC training programs planned for 2026, <strong>Dr Padmaja Ravula</strong>, Principal Scientist - Sociologist, Gender &amp; Nutrition, ICRISAT, indicated that ICRISAT will continue to expand its global capacity development efforts through the Dryland Academy. 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