Asian PGPR Chapters
Global Network with Local Impact
The Asian PGPR Society for Sustainable Agriculture operates through a robust network of Global and National Chapters to ensure that advances in PGPR, endophytes, and plant microbiome science are translated into region-specific impact. This chapter-based structure enables the Society to combine global scientific coherence with local relevance, fostering collaboration, capacity building, and farmer engagement across diverse agroecological systems.
Global Chapters
Advancing PGPR Science Across Regions
Global Chapters serve as regional hubs for scientific exchange, collaboration, and outreach. Each chapter aligns with the Society's core mission while addressing regional research priorities, crops, soils, and climate challenges.
Objectives of Global Chapters
• Promote PGPR and microbiome research tailored to regional agroecosystems
• Organize regional conferences, symposia, and workshops
• Facilitate cross-border collaboration among scientists and institutions
• Engage policymakers and industry stakeholders on BioAg solutions
• Support farmer education and extension activities
Current Global Engagement
The Society has active engagement and collaborations across Asia and beyond, including (but not limited to):
• South Asia
• Southeast Asia
• East Asia
• Central Asia
• Middle East
• Collaborative links with North America, Europe, and Africa
India Chapters
State-Level Leadership for National Impact
India represents a major focus area for the Society, given its agricultural diversity and scale. The Asian PGPR Society – India Chapter operates through state-level chapters to ensure deep engagement with local institutions, extension systems, and farming communities.
Role of India Chapters
• Coordinate state and regional scientific meetings
• Support farmer-centric outreach and demonstrations
• Collaborate with SAUs, ICAR institutes, KVKs, NGOs, and FPOs
• Promote adoption of PGPR, BioAg inputs, and regenerative practices
• Identify local challenges and solutions for national dialogue
India Chapter Structure
• National India Chapter Coordination Committee
• State Chapters led by Chapter Presidents/Conveners
• Academic, Industry, and Farmer Advisory Groups
(State-wise chapters will be listed with leadership, activities, and contact points.)
Chapter Leadership & Governance
Each chapter operates under guidelines issued by the Society's Executive Committee, ensuring consistency, transparency, and scientific integrity.
Chapter Leadership Responsibilities
• Plan and execute chapter activities
• Maintain membership engagement
• Submit annual activity reports
• Coordinate with Society headquarters and committees
• Uphold the Society's vision, mission, and core values
Key Chapter Activities
Across global and India chapters, activities include:
• Scientific conferences, symposia, and workshops
• Training programs for students, extension staff, and farmers
• Industry–academia interaction meetings
• Field demonstrations and success-story documentation
• Policy dialogues and white-paper contributions
How to Start a New Chapter
The Asian PGPR Society encourages the formation of new chapters to expand outreach and impact.
Eligibility
• Minimum group of active scientists/professionals
• Commitment to PGPR, microbiome science, and sustainable agriculture
• Alignment with Society objectives
Process
1. Submit a formal proposal to the Society
2. Nominate chapter leadership
3. Approval by the Executive Committee
4. Formal recognition and onboarding
(A downloadable "Chapter Formation Guidelines" document will be provided.)
Building a Connected Global Community
Through its chapter network, the Asian PGPR Society fosters a connected global community of researchers, innovators, policymakers, and farmers. This decentralized yet unified model enables rapid knowledge transfer, local problem-solving, and collective progress toward a Secondary Green Revolution driven by biological science and sustainability.
Global Network | Local Impact | Connected Community