Dr Humnath Bhandari new IRRI rep in Bangladesh

Dr Humnath Bhandari has been appointed as new IRRI representative in Bangladesh, with effect from February 1.

Dr Bhandari has a wide range of experience in the relevant area, and he will serve as the focal point of IRRI activities in the country, says a press release.

He will lead all key initiatives to further strengthen IRRI's commitment and partnership with the government of Bangladesh, particularly the ministry of agriculture, the Bangladesh Rice Research Institute (BRRI), and key donors, partners and stakeholders for rice-based agri-food systems in the country.