The Asian Association of Agricultural Colleges and Universities (AAACU) is pleased to announce the 2026 World Agriculture Prize Laureates.
Dr. Jorge Dubcovsky, Wheat Geneticist, 2026 winner of the World Agriculture Prize for the Developed Economies Category
For pioneering contributions to wheat genetics and genomics that have transformed global wheat improvement, strengthened food security, enhanced resilience to disease and climate challenges, and advanced the scientific foundations of sustainable agricultural productivity worldwide, the World Agriculture Prize proudly recognizes Dr. Jorge Dubcovsky as the 2026 Laureate for the Developed Economies Category.
Dr. Ibrokhim Y. Abdurakhmonov, 2026 winner of the World Agriculture Prize for the Emerging and Developing Economies category
For pioneering contributions to plant genomics and biotechnology, visionary leadership in advancing scientific innovation and agricultural development, and distinguished public service that has strengthened food security, scientific capacity, and economic opportunity. Through transformative achievements in research, institution-building, education, and policy leadership, he has demonstrated the profound impact of science in improving agriculture and enhancing human well-being across Uzbekistan, Central Asia, and the developing world.
The laureates will be honored at an awarding ceremony on October 28, 2026, at Nanjing Agricultural University, China. The ceremony will be attended by Dr. Doug Steele, President of the Global Confederation of Higher Education Associations for Agricultural and Life Sciences (GCHERA), together with GCHERA members.
AAACU congratulates the laureates on this prestigious recognition of their outstanding contributions to agriculture and agricultural sciences.