The International Rice Research Instituteirriis A Nonprofit Organization Focused On Enhancing Rice Production And Promoting Food Securityestablished In 1960Irri Is Based In Los Baa Osphilippinesand Operates In 17 Rice Growing Countries Across Asia And Africait Is Part Of The Cgiar Consortiumwhich Aims To Improve Global Food Security Irri Conducts Extensive Research And Development In Rice Breedinggenomicsand Sustainable Farming Practicesit Has Developed High Yielding And Stress Resistant Rice Varietiessignificantly Contributing To Agricultural Advancementsthe Institute Also Offers Global Training Programshaving Trained Over 15 000 Scientists And Provided Workshops For Farmers To Share Best Practices In Rice Cultivationadditionallyirri Collaborates With Governments And Ngos To Influence Agricultural Policies And Facilitate Technology Transfer Irri S Impact Is Substantialwith Its Breeding Programs Generating Significant Economic Benefits And Supporting 60Of The World S Rice Areaits Work Directly Aids 3 5 Billion People Who Rely On Rice As A Staple Food
