World Vegetable Center
The World Vegetable Center (AVRDC) in Kamphaeng Saen, Thailand hosted one Borlaug-Ruan International Intern 2013.
Established in 1971, the AVRDC works to alleviate poverty and malnutrition through the increased production and consumption of safe vegetables.
The AVRDC carries out research and development in health policy, climate change, malnutrition, and women's livelihood improvement.
Headquartered in Shanhua, Taiwan, the AVRDC also has research centers in Thailand, India, and Tanzania, among other countries.
Interns at the AVRDC work alongside renowned international researchers and experts in the fields and villages in Kamphaeng Saen near Kasetsart University.
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Student Research Projects
Field Evaluation of Global Bitter Gourd Germplasm for Various Horticultural Traits (2013)