AJAD Volume 21 Number 2 (Dec 2024)

The Asian Journal of Agriculture and Development (AJAD) Volume 21 Issue No. 2 presents a diverse collection of studies addressing key agricultural and development challenges in Asia. Topics include global food price dynamics, edible flower conservation, antioxidant-rich pigmented rice, pineapple value chain analysis, rice household productivity in Indonesia, and Philippine hunger surveys.

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In July 2020, SEARCA embarked on its five-year (2020-2025) mission, which focuses on Accelerating Transformation Through Agricultural INnovation (ATTAIN) and aims to deliver BETTER, BIGGER, and SMARTER impacts and outcomes to agricultural and rural development stakeholders across Southeast Asia.

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AI meets aquaculture: Smart fish feeder cuts labor and waste

An aquaculture system powered by artificial intelligence (AI) is helping small-scale fish farmers in Malaysia overcome pressing challenges in their operations. The installation of automated feeders in fish tanks in Negeri Sembilan has reduced time spent on manual feeding by 70% and cut feed waste by 20%. For farmers, this means saving at least six hours of labor each week and earning more from better feeding efficiency. Dr. Ahmad Fikri Abdullah from Universiti Putra Malaysia led the pilot... Read more.
SEARCA, Timor-Leste strengthen agriculture cooperation, eye carabao industry development

Officials of Timor-Leste's Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Forestry (MLFF), led by Secretary of State for Livestock Hon. José Vieira de Araujo, visited the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) on 29 May 2025 to explore areas of collaboration, particularly in strengthening Timor-Leste's carabao industry. Accompanying Secretary de Araujo were Mr. Carlos Antunes Amaral, General Director of Livestock and Veterinary; Mr. Agusto... Read more.
SEARCA scholars present research at 2nd ASEAN University Symposium in Indonesia

BOGOR, Indonesia — Two SEARCA scholars showcased their research results at the 2nd ASEAN University Symposium for Sustainable Food System held at IPB University in Bogor, Indonesia on 5-6 May 2025. The event brought together academic representatives from 12 universities in Southeast Asia to address pressing issues in food security and sustainability. Ms. Maria Cristina P. Pammit, who is pursuing MS agricultural economics at the University of the Philippines Los Baños, presented her study on... Read more.

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Accelerating Transformation Through Agricultural Innovation (ATTAIN)

SEARCA's 11th Five-Year Plan (2020–2025)

SEARCA works to elevate the quality of life of agricultural families through sustainable and resilient livelihoods and access to modern networks and innovative markets.

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Learning Events

Executive Program for Leaders in Asian Agriculture and Development (LAAD): Focus on Southeast Asia)

May–June 2025

January–June 2025

ASEAN Climate Leadership Programme III
16–20 June 2025

2025 Training-Workshop on Transformational Agricultural Innovation Systems for the New Future (TrAInS)
September–November 2025

2025 Leadership Development Program for Higher Education Institutions in Southeast Asia (LDP-HEIs in SEA)

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SEARCA Agriculture and Development Seminar Series (ADSS)

Agrifood System Diagnostic: Situating the Agrifood System and the Evolving Impacts in the Philippines

SEARCA Online Learning and Virtual Engagement (SOLVE)

Adopt & Adapt: Navigating AI Integration in Schools and Universities

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SEARCA has a well-earned reputation and extensive track record in end-to-end project management – from conceptualization and proposal writing to implementation and monitoring – for both local and international development and donor organizations.

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