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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