Can a potential new member join the HRDC mid-year through?

Jan 27, 2017 | Frequently-asked questions

The membership cycle is from January 1 to December 31 for smoother execution of HRDC plans and priorities; however, if a new member wishes to join mid-year through, then HRDC would consider it on a case-to-case basis.

What is the structure and composition of the HRDC Advisory Committee?

Jan 27, 2017 | Frequently-asked questions

The HRDC Advisory Committee (AC) serves as an apex committee for HRDC in its advisory role. The AC is composed of three private sector members, two public sector members, and two IRRI representatives plus the HRDC coordinator. The Advisory Committee is chaired by the...

Is there interaction between the HRDC program and other IRRI breeding programs?

Jan 27, 2017 | Frequently-asked questions

HRDC directly benefits from IRRI’s expertise and assets, including the genebank and its network of breeding sites. In consultation with the HRDC Advisory Committee, IRRI maintains interaction between HRDC programs and other relevant IRRI programs.

Should HRDC continue to deliver hybrid varieties and invest in testing hybrids, or should HRDC deliver only F2 populations and fixed lines?

Jan 27, 2017 | Frequently-asked questions

HRDC plans, priorities, and deliverables are driven by the needs of all members and countries. Moving forward, HRDC will focus on delivering high-value upstream material (segregating population) and fixed parental lines. However HRDC may continue to develop hybrids if...

What kind of germplasm is shared with the HRDC members?

Jan 27, 2017 | Frequently-asked questions

Active members are eligible to receive new elite parental lines (A and R lines for testing; A, B, and R lines for commercial licenses). In 2016, HRDC shared 12 A lines and 15 R lines. In addition to these A and R lines, F2 seeds of select R/R and B/B crosses will be...