Indo-German Global Academy for Research and Education in Agroecology

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The aim of the project is to provide agroecological research results in Andhra Pradesh and beyond in accordance with international standards to improve rural living conditions (especially food security, income and health) and to stabilize environmental services. The main results are planned: · Establishment of the Indo-German Global Academy for Research and Teaching in Agroecology (IGGAARL), with around 40 permanent specialists and assistants in Pulivendula in the southwest of Andhra Pradesh in all relevant areas - especially with regard to organizational and procedural structure (including steering and supervisory bodies), personnel, buildings, technical and other facilities and test areas (25 ha) · Development of the research program, tendering, selection and control of research projects in the field of agroecology · Scientific research results and their structuring, processing and dissemination for agricultural practice and for an international scientific audience The focus of the project is on the preparation and implementation of the actual agroecological research activity or the research program according to various tenders (field research by farmers, Field research by agricultural schools and universities, field research at other research institutions of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) on existing test areas. In addition, agroecological methods are to be disseminated through webinars and courses at the academy. Farmers are involved in the research and pass on the new methods (farmer-centered research).