International Rice Research Institute Email Format
Research ServicesCalabarzon, Philippines1001-5000 Employees
Founded in 1960, the International Rice Research Institute is based in Los Baños, Calabarzon, Philippines. It is one of the largest nonprofit agricultural research centers in Asia, with headquarters in the Philippines and offices in 14 other nations, supported by donors and partners worldwide. The organization operates in the research services sector, focusing on rice improvement, sustainability, and food security. Its mission is to reduce poverty and hunger, improve the health of rice farmers and consumers, and ensure that rice production is environmentally sustainable. Its primary audience includes rice farmers and consumers, reflecting its focus on practical outcomes for livelihoods and health. IRRI is part of the CGIAR network and pursues active collaborations, including a March 2026 partnership with Reliance Foundation to expand PaddyMitra for rice farmers in Odisha.