“Iğdır University is a young and dynamic public university with research capacity in sustainable agriculture, water resources management, environment, and food systems. Owing to its location in Eastern Anatolia and its proximity to border regions, the university conducts research addressing common challenges of the Mediterranean basin such as drought, salinity, water management, and agricultural production. With its modern research laboratories, interdisciplinary academic units, and growing international project experience, Iğdır University offers a strong partnership profile aligned with the objectives of the PRIMA programme