Networking and the Asian grain legumes network's role in strengthening pulses research in Bangladesh
1989
Faris, D.G. | Gowda, C.L.L.
Agricultural Research Networks (ARNETs) are becoming popular with agricultural research scientists all over the world. The overall objective of the network is to strengthen the research capability of national agricultural research systems and to identify, address, and solve farmers' problems. ARNETs have five important components; membership, research, coordination, communication, and assets. The Asian Grain Legumes Network (AGLN) established in 1986 is coordinated from ICRISAT Centre, Andhra Pradesh, India. AGLN is now operating in 11 countries of Asia including Bangladesh. All Bangladesh scientists and administrators working on chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.), pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan (L.) Millsp) and groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) are invited to become members of the AGLN. It aims to improve the research capability, and transfer of technology related to AGLN legume crops in Bangladesh, including supply of germplasm, breeding material, training and literature. AGLN also assists in developing collaborative research projects, and helps to find financial assistance for special research projects. These activities have already been initiated in Bangladesh and will be strengthened with the establishment of a Technical Assistance Project Proposal (TAPP).
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