Yvonne Pinto

Yvonne Pinto

Director General, International Rice Research Institute (IRRI)

Yvonne Pinto has a long career in technology generation, innovation ecosystems, and international development. She started in agricultural research and academia before spending 15 years in private philanthropy, focusing on investments in agriculture, enterprise, finance, and education, particularly in Africa. She has collaborated with various stakeholders, including governments, UN agencies, NGOs, and private foundations, promoting evidence-based approaches and diverse perspectives. Her work has addressed significant agricultural disease challenges in Africa and explored digital economies and technology ecosystems. She is particularly interested in the intersection of big data, science, and sustainability in the ongoing bio-revolution. 



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