FAO Director General, QU Dongyu, pays tribute to Dr. Borlaug at CIMMYT in 2006. His influence extended globally, fostering collaboration with Chinese scientists and contributing to breakthroughs in rice varieties. Dr. Borlaug’s principles resonate in the continued pursuit of agricultural innovation and the enduring legacy of FAO, which was founded 80 years ago.
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