Core Program

Agricultural Research and Policy Advisory

Evidence-based research to drive sustainable transformation of Southeast Asian agricultural systems and food security.

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Aligned Programs

SEARCA fulfills its mandate to promote, undertake, and coordinate research on the region's emerging issues through research focused on supporting policy development and program advisory toward sustainable transformation of Southeast Asian agricultural systems through innovation.

Building on rigorous research, SEARCA provides policy guidance and technical assistance to governments, ASEAN bodies, and multilateral partners. Through targeted advisory services and tailored capacity-building, we help align national programs with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and ensure that evidence drives policy and investment decisions.

Increased farmers' income
Greater climate resilience
Improved food security & nutrition
Empowered farmers & institutions

Research Program

Seed Fund for Research and Training (SFRT)

To bridge the gap between initial research and long-term viability, SFRT provides grants of up to USD 15,000 to help worthy proposals secure sustained funding and translate promising agricultural innovations into real-world impact.

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Travel Grants Program

As Southeast Asia's champion of excellence in agricultural and rural development, SEARCA offers Travel Grants (up to USD 1,200) to professionals, social scientists, and graduate students in the region. These grants support paper presentations or participation in conferences to share findings, build networks, and foster collaborations.

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Fellowship Programs

SEARCA Fellowship Programs serve as vital mechanisms to to continuously renew SEARCA's intellectual capital, strengthen international research alliances, and accelerate the translation of knowledge into on-the-ground impact for farmers and other agricultural stakeholders.

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Postdoctoral Research

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Policy Roundtables

SEARCA holds policy roundtables to provide catalytic platforms for translating scientific insight into policy reform, ensuring research remains aligned with on-the-ground needs, and collectively steering agricultural systems toward more productive, resilient, and inclusive futures.

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Ongoing Call for Applications

Advance your professional and academic journey by applying for our ongoing scholarships, grants, specialized learning events, and other opportunities designed to empower the next generation of agricultural leaders in Southeast Asia.

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