Food Safety & Quality

The renewed agreement builds on more than six decades of cooperation between Indonesia and IRRI as both sides seek to strengthen rice production, research capacity, and climate resilience.

The move is part of a broader industry shift toward greater ingredient disclosure as health-conscious consumers increasingly scrutinize packaged foods.

The initiative is part of the company’s broader strategy to highlight the nutritional benefits of cereal and respond to growing consumer demand for healthier, more functional food options.

The event will bring together researchers, policymakers, businesses, and farmers to discuss practical solutions for dryland agriculture across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

American farm groups want Washington to tie AGOA trade benefits to wider acceptance of biotechnology products in African markets.