In a major step towards bringing together the foremost voices in agriculture and food security, Dev Garg, National Vice President of the Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF), extended a formal invitation to Dr. Mangi Lal Jat, Secretary (DARE) & Director General (ICAR), to participate in the Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2025, scheduled to be held on 30th & 31st October at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
During this meeting, Dev Garg highlighted the critical importance of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) in shaping India’s agricultural landscape and innovation ecosystem. He noted that Dr. Jat’s participation in BIRC 2025 would significantly enrich the event’s discourse on sustainable rice cultivation, agricultural research, and policy development.
Recognizing ICAR’s vital role in advancing agricultural science and its direct impact on improving rice productivity and farmer livelihoods, Dev Garg highlighted that the presence of senior leadership from ICAR will deepen dialogue around research-driven solutions, food security, and global competitiveness in rice trade.
About BIRC 2025
The Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2025 will serve as a premier global event dedicated exclusively to the rice sector. Organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, through APEDA, the conference aims to bring together stakeholders from across the globe — including governments, exporters, millers, buyers, logistics partners, and policymakers. The goal is to shape a collaborative, resilient, and forward-looking global rice economy.
About the Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF)
The Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF) is a leading industry body representing rice exporters, millers, and allied stakeholders across India. IREF actively works to promote Indian rice in international markets, ensure farmer welfare, and engage with national and international policymakers to foster sustainable and inclusive growth in the rice sector.