Swati Nayak selected for the 2023 Borlaug Field Award

Swati Nayak selected for the 2023 Borlaug Field Award

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Category : Awards Published on: September 23 2023

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  • Odia scientist Swati Nayak selected as the recipient of the Borlaug Field Award 2023.
  • Swati Nayak is currently working as a Scientist and South Asia Head for Seed System and Product Management at the Philippines-based CGIAR-International Rice Research Institute (IRRI).
  • Swati Nayak received the award for her innovative approach to engaging farmers in demand-driven rice seed systems, testing, deploying, and promoting access and adoption of climate-resilient and nutritious rice varieties.
  • The award was presented to him by the prestigious selection jury of the World Food Prize, highlighting his significant contributions to global food production and combating hunger and malnutrition.
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