The Enterprise Breeding System (EBS) team delivered a one-week promotional training for VACS Professionals at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) BeCA Campus in Nairobi, Kenya, from April 20–24, 2026.
The EBS Global User Support team concluded the CIMMYT-VACS Train-the-Trainer program with strong participation and effective delivery. Twelve participants completed all requirements and were certified. Follow-up initiatives, including continued guidance and additional training, aim to strengthen local capacity for independent EBS training execution.
From 12–23 January 2026, the Enterprise Breeding System (EBS) Knowledge Exchange Program (KEP) was successfully conducted at IRRI Headquarters, Philippines, convening partners from the International Potato Center (CIP)–Kenya and CIMMYT–Ethiopia for an intensive, hands-on training on centralized process operations and EBS core breeding workflows.
From September 8–12, 2025, IRRI hosted a Train-the-Trainers program on the Enterprise Breeding System (EBS), empowering PhilRice participants to master EBS as part of their system, advanced integrations, and breeding data workflows. By preparing them as future trainers, the event strengthens capacity and drives wider adoption of digital innovations in rice breeding.
Rodolfo emphasized that “EBS doesn’t just make breeding or research easier—it shifts the focus from process management to actual discovery, which is the heart of research.”
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Video created by Michael Reyes (IRRI)
From September 8–12, 2025, IRRI hosted a Train-the-Trainers program on the Enterprise Breeding System (EBS), empowering PhilRice participants to master EBS as part of their system, advanced integrations, and breeding data workflows. By preparing them as future trainers, the event strengthens capacity and drives wider adoption of digital innovations in rice breeding.
Credits: Video created by Michael Reyes (IRRI)
In this video, David Muruu, Research Associate for Plant Breeding and Data Management from the Alliance Bioversity International – CIAT’s tropical forages program, shares his experiences and key takeaways on the first-ever Knowledge Exchange Program (KEP) held at IRRI HQ on 13-24 January 2025. This workshop concludes their Enterprise Breeding System (EBS) adoption. The KEP is an initiative of the Breeding and Research Services (BRS), a sub-unit of the CGIAR Genetic Innovation Science Group
In this video, Luis Hernández, Senior Research Coordinator from the Alliance Bioversity International – CIAT’s tropical forages program, shares his experiences and key takeaways on the first-ever Knowledge Exchange Program (KEP) held at IRRI HQ on 13-24 January 2025. This workshop concludes their Enterprise Breeding System (EBS) adoption. The KEP is an initiative of the Breeding and Research Services (BRS), a sub-unit of the CGIAR Genetic Innovation Science Group.