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The approach — partnerships• All stakeholders involved — national research and extension programs, donors, the private sector, NGOs, farmers’ organizations, universities, policymakers, advanced research institutes • Research priorities determined with national programs • Farmer participation in technology development and testing • Complementary investment in seed production. |
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| Regional distribution of crop variety releases, 1975-98 |
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Counting the benefits
The impact of ICRISAT’s work can be measured in terms of• Food security
• Higher farm incomes
• Spillover effects
• Benefits to women
The results
• 399 varieties released in 170 countries, contributing to sharp increases in productivity• Germplasm collection and exchange — over 113 000 germplasm accessions from 130 countries held in trust, preserving crop diversity, and ensuring that plant breeders worldwide have free access to valuable genetic traits. About 624 000 samples distributed to 141 countries.
• National research programs strengthened through training, sponsorships for higher education, establishment of research networks, and information exchange.
