Agrilife24.com:The Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute (BARI) was awarded the prestigious ISSCA Global Award 2026 in the 'Crop Development and Production Technology' category at the Dryland Congress 2026, held in New Delhi, India. The event was organized by the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) and the Centre of Excellence for South-South Cooperation in Agriculture (ISSCA). The award was presented in recognition of BARI’s innovative variety, "BARI Chinabadam-9" (a Bangladeshi groundnut variety).

BARI Chinabadam-9 was selected from among competitive nominations across the Global South (developing nations) for its role in improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. Capable of withstanding adverse environmental conditions, this local variety has made significant contributions to boosting agricultural productivity, strengthening food security, and enhancing climate resilience for farmers in dryland regions. The ISSCA Global Awards recognize proven agricultural innovations that offer potential for widespread adoption and application in other countries. As a science-based crop development achievement, BARI Chinabadam-9 directly empowers marginalized farming communities facing climate and soil-related challenges. BARI Director General Dr. Md. Manjurul Kadir stated, "This award symbolizes the excellence of our research. BARI Chinabadam-9 has demonstrated that agricultural research tailored to local needs can transform productivity in dryland regions. We remain committed to developing innovative technologies to ensure food security and strengthen our farming community."

This recognition highlights Bangladesh's growing contribution to South-South cooperation (mutual assistance among developing nations) and demonstrates how national agricultural research systems can share viable solutions across developing regions. The Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute (BARI) is the country's largest multi-crop research institution. It conducts research on more than 212 crops, including tuber crops, pulses, oilseeds, vegetables, fruits, and spices. BARI works tirelessly to develop high-yielding, climate-resilient crop varieties and sustainable agricultural technologies to ensure national food and nutritional security.