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ICRISAT scientists have developed ICPV 25444, India’s first heat-tolerant pigeonpea cultivar, capable of maturing in just 125 days. This innovation enables cultivation even in extreme summer, promising improved food security and resilience against climate challenges for Indian farmers.

Sign tripartite agreement to establish Beej Anusandhan Kendra in Gujarat; ICRISAT prepares DPR as knowledge partner, aiming to promote seed innovation and sustainable agriculture through world-class R&D infrastructure

The mills were established to support the farmers who grow pigeon peas and sorghum crops

Delegates from over 20 countries deliberate on the way forward for dryland crop improvement in the global south

Dr Blade currently serves as deputy director general of research and will guide the institute during this period of transition

The announcement was made by governing board chair professor Prabhu Pingali during an all-staff event on October 18 at the ICRISAT headquarters in Hyderabad