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Karim Maredia was selected to receive the Borlaug CAST Communication Award for his contributions to global agricultural science. Born in a small village in Gujarat, India, Maredia is an agricultural scientist with expertise in international development and technology transfer. His work includes developing programmes that improve biosafety and agricultural productivity in developing nations. The award recognises professionals who demonstrate excellence in communicating agricultural, environmental, or food science issues. It is presented by the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST), established in 1972 and headquartered in Ames, Iowa, USA. The award is named after renowned agricultural scientist Norman Borlaug.