What is the abbreviation of ICRISAT?

The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in the drylands of Asia and sub-Saharan Africa.

What is the function of ICRISAT?

ICRISAT’s mission is to help empower 600 million poor people to overcome hunger, poverty and a degraded environment in the dry tropics through better agriculture. ICRISAT is supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

Can we visit ICRISAT?

Digital technology, however, has come to the rescue as a reasonable alternative to an actual visit to the campus. Students are now able to get know ICRISAT, its work and the world-class research facilities through virtual tours.

How many ICRISAT are there in India?

from the ICRISAT-India Partnership improved breeding material supplied by ICRISAT, 34 cultivars have been released in India which is testimony to the strong collaboration between ICRISAT and Indian NARS in chickpea improvement.

What is ICRISAT Where is it?

ICRISAT awarded 2021 Africa Food Prize ICRISAT, a CGIAR Research Center, is a non-profit, non-political public international research organization that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa with a wide array of partners throughout the world.

Is ICRISAT a UN agency?

Since its inception, host country India has granted a special status to ICRISAT as a UN Organization operating in the Indian territory making it eligible for special immunities and tax privileges.

How many acres is ICRISAT?

The research station has a land area of 1,390 ha, of which 800 ha is arable.

How many acres is ICRISAT Hyderabad?

3,500 acres
Spread over 3,500 acres, the ICRISAT campus in Hyderabad is a perfect getaway to energize your tired senses.

Where is the headquarters of ICRISAT?

Patancheruvu, IndiaInternational Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics / HeadquartersPatancheru is located in the north western end of Hyderabad. It is an industrial zone located about 32 km from the city centre on the Hyderabad-Solapur highway, and around 18 km from HITEC City. Earlier, it was the headquarters of Bidar and Gulshanabad revenue divisions. Wikipedia

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