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From Strategy to Sustainability: Welcoming Soumita Bhattacharya to SRP’s Global Team

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The Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) is proud to welcome Soumita Bhattacharya as our new Capacity Development Manager—a dynamic leader who brings nearly two decades of experience in strategy, transformation, and cross-sector collaboration across Asia. Soumita’s professional journey reflects a purposeful transition from the private sector to sustainability, where her passion for building climate-resilient and inclusive …

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Call for Nominations: SRP Board Election

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The Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) is pleased to announce the opening of nominations for several seats on its Board. With several terms ending on 22 September, nominations are invited for the following positions: About the SRP Board  The Board guides SRP’s work to advance sustainability across the global rice sector, supporting environmental stewardship, farmer livelihoods, and supply chain innovation. …

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Welcome Post: Newest Member of the SRP Technical Committee

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It is with great enthusiasm that we introduce Dr. Nurmi Pangesti as the newest member of the Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) Technical Committee. Background and ExpertiseDr. Pangesti is a Scientist in the Entomology Group and the Country Representative at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI). With over 15 years of experience, she has contributed to …

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LT Foods and SRP Pilot Climate-Smart Rice Methodology to Advance Low-Carbon Innovation in Agriculture

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LT Foods has partnered with the Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) and technical experts to pilot a pioneering initiative that aims to transform rice cultivation through scalable, climate-smart practices. Conducted across the Indian states of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, the pilot engaged 154 farmers in applying field-level practices aligned with the SRP Standard for Sustainable …

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SRP MEMBER SUCCESS STORY: AGRICAPTURE

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From Practice to Proof: SRP Standards Driving Real-World Impact In the heart of America’s rice belt, something remarkable is taking root—not just in the soil, but in the way farmers are redefining what sustainable agriculture looks like. This season, 33,996 carbon credits—the first of their kind from the 2024 growing season—have officially entered the U.S. …

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Join the “I Choose Sustainable Rice” Campaign

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Together, we can make sustainable rice the norm, not the exception Rice feeds over half the world’s population, yet its production significantly impacts our planet and communities. Today, the Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) is proud to launch the “I Choose Sustainable Rice” campaign, a global initiative designed to unite voices across the entire rice value chain in …

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Khon Kaen University and SRP Collaborate to Scale Sustainable Rice in Thailand 

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Thai Rice for Life delivers tangible results for farmers, communities, and climate resilience Bangkok, Thailand – The Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) and Economy and Environment Partnership for Lower Mekong Sub-Region (EEI-LMS) Research Center, Khon Kaen University have partnered under the Thai Rice for Life initiative to bring sustainable rice farming to life—literally and figuratively. With …

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🌾 Join the 2nd Public Consultation Webinar – SRP Standard v3.0

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Help shape the future of sustainable rice—your feedback matters. The Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) invites all members and stakeholders to join our upcoming webinar introducing the 2nd Public Consultation for the draft SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation v3.0. Why this matters The SRP Standard v3.0 will define how sustainability is implemented across global rice …

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Rice at the Heart of Climate Action: Why Sustainable Farming is Key to Global Food Security

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Bangkok, 27 May 2025 – At THAIFEX – Anuga Asia, one of Asia’s leading food and beverage trade shows, the Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) brought rice into the spotlight—not just as a staple food, but as a powerful tool to address two of the world’s most pressing challenges: climate change and food security. While often …

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📢 Be Part of the Change: 2nd Public Consultation on Draft SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation version 3.0 Now Open!

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The Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) is pleased to invite stakeholders and the public to participate in the 2nd Public Consultation on the draft of SRP Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation v3.0. This updated draft is the result of: Your voice is vital in ensuring that the updated Standard is practical, inclusive, and aligned with both …

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