DS equips CGIAR data managers on EBS through Train-the-Trainer
From September 29 to October 17, Digital Solutions delivered a comprehensive Train-the-Trainers program on the Enterprise Breeding System, equipping data managers across CGIAR centers with advanced EBS skills. Through hands-on activities and expert virtual coaching, participants gained the capability to train end-users and drive data-driven, digitally enabled breeding improvements in their programs.
Kenya Strengthens Rice Research Capacity Through Training on Early Generation Seed Production and Digital Breeding Tools
IRRI’s participation in KALRO’s capacity-building program strengthened Kenya’s national rice research system by advancing technical and digital competencies. Through hands-on training in EBS, Bioflow, and modern breeding practices, the initiative empowered scientists, enhanced institutional collaboration, and reinforced the commitment to accelerating digitally enabled, efficient, and high-impact rice research across the country.
Strengthening Breeding Capacity through Digital Innovation: IRRI Conducts EBS End-User Training in Tanzania
From 8–13 September 2025, IRRI conducted Enterprise Breeding System (EBS) End-User Training in Tanzania, engaging researchers from IRRI and TARI across Uyole and Dakawa stations. Led by Michael Gituma, the sessions enhanced digital capacity, strengthened collaboration, and empowered participants to apply EBS for more efficient, data-driven breeding practices.
IRRI Hosts Train-the-Trainer Program on Enterprise Breeding System (EBS)
From September 8–12, 2025, IRRI hosted a Train-the-Trainer program on the Enterprise Breeding System (EBS) for PhilRice selected staff. The five-day course-built skills in system management and data handling, empowering participants to strengthen institutional capacity, promote EBS adoption, and advance collaborative, data-driven breeding across national programs.
IITA crop programs push for digital and seamless data collection with EBS
A 2-day workshop for field staff and breeders was conducted to demonstrate the cross-platform integration between EBS and the Field Book mobile application on 14-15 April 2025 at IITA Headquarters in Ibadan.
Powering crop breeding efficiency for key teams at the Alliance Bioversity & CIAT
EBS, a comprehensive, integrated, and intuitive breeding data management system preferred by the CGIAR, is now powering the tropical forages program and is also set to boost breeding efficiency for cassava and beans—befitting of a modern breeding enterprise.
EBS team members co-learn, co-create in BrAPI Hackathon
The 2025 BrAPI Hackathon at IRRI focused on interoperability in breeding systems, with EBS teams leading discussions on analytics, genotypic data, and AI/ML integration.
👩🏫ICARDA & IITA breeders complete EBS Train-the-Trainer course
The EBS GUS team completed a Train-the-Trainer course for ICARDA and IITA, equipping 14 breeders with advanced EBS skills through hands-on virtual sessions.
Knowledge Exchange Program concludes CIAT-Forage programs’ EBS adoption
A two-week Knowledge Exchange Program (KEP) was hosted by the Enterprise Breeding System’s (EBS) adoption team at the International Rice Research Institute Headquarters (IRRI HQ) from 13-24 January 2025.
Philippine Rice Research Institute’s Department of Agriculture adopts EBS
Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija — A week-long Enterprise Breeding System (EBS) training was held at the Department of Agriculture Philippine Rice Research Institute (DA-PhilRice) Central Experiment Station (CES) from 20-24 May 2024. A total of 14 participants composed of Science Research Specialists from the Plant Breeding and Biotechnology Division (PBBD), including a data manager and computer programmer, attended the tailored training sessions, which are part of the EBS adoption process as PhilRice transitions to use EBS as its breeding management system.