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10th University Consortium (UC) Graduate Forum

Universitas Brawijaya will host the 10th University Consortium Graduate Forum on 2–3 June 2025 with the theme "Innovative Agriculture and Green Technologies for a Resilient Future." The forum will highlight research and innovation addressing some of the region's most pressing agricultural and environmental challenges.

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.

Learn more about SEARCA's 11th Five-Year Plan

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.

  • 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.
  • Myanmar startup launches digital platform for smallholder farmer investments

    In a move to transform rural agriculture, a startup venture in Myanmar has launched the country's first crowd-farming platform, MyFarmer App. The initiative was funded by the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) Grants for Research towards Agricultural Innovative Solutions (GRAINS). The platform directly connects individual investors, known as digital farmers, with local smallholder farmers who need capital for the planting season. The aim is to... Read more.

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.

Scholarships

Projects

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.

SEARCA Priority Areas

11th Five-Year Plan (2020–2025)

Agri-Business Models for Increased Productivity and Income

Sustainable Farming Systems and Natural Resource Management

Food and Nutrition Security

Transformational Leadership for Agricultural and Rural Development (ARD)

Gender and Youth Engagement in ARD

Enhanced ARD towards Climate Resilience

EcoHealth/One Health Applications to ARD