Description: (Biologist, Engineer, Inventor)
Yuan Longping was a renowned Chinese agronomist and inventor, recognized for his pioneering work in developing the first hybrid rice varieties during the 1970s. His innovative contributions to agriculture, often referred to as the Green Revolution, earned him the title "Father of Hybrid Rice." Through his groundbreaking research, Longping significantly enhanced food security globally by introducing hybrid rice cultivation in numerous countries across Africa, America, and Asia. His achievements were acknowledged with prestigious awards such as the 2004 World Food Prize and the 2004 Wolf Prize in Agriculture.