Global Scientists and Technocrats Forum, USA in association with Association of Agricultural Scientists and Engineers of Indian Origin is organizing a webinar on July 20, Sunday. This webinar aims to empower Indian researchers with innovative ideas, collaborative strategies, and proposal-writing insights to address pressing challenges in nutrition, climate adaptation, and income generation. This session will bring together leading agricultural scientists, development experts, and funding advisors to explore cutting-edge research innovations, scalable interventions, and practical pathways for translating scientific discoveries into impact.

Agenda (90–120 minutes): Sunday, July 20, 8 – 9:30 PM IST

Meeting Link: Shared via E-mail

Welcome & Opening Remarks: Moderator- Dr. Prakash Kumar Jha, Secretary, GIST- USA

Keynote Address (20 minutes): Dr. Venkatramana Pegadaraju, Vice President of Development & Strategy, Grow Further
Topic: The Future of Agricultural Research for Smallholder Transformation

Panelist Address (15 minutes): Prof. P. V. Vara Prasad, University Distinguished Professor, Kansas State University
Topic: Innovations and Partnership for Climate Resilient Strategies for Smallholder Farming in India

Panel Q&A and Discussion: Moderator

Closing Remarks and Vote of thanks: Dr. Yelloji-Raoji Mirajkar, International Convenor, GIST