The future of wheat
Capacity developmentCIMMYT’s experimental station in Obregón is a mecca for wheat research and breeding, where scientists have access to state-of-the-art field facilities and an ideal location.
The UN Food Systems Summit has arrived
Nutrition, health and food securityCIMMYT and CGIAR contributions to the SDGs highlighted in new campaign.
Four questions with CIMMYT’s Maize Genebank Curator
Environmental health and biodiversityHow to preserve and share the genetic biodiversity of maize.
Bill Gates highlights CIMMYT’s innovation in latest climate book
Climate adaptation and mitigationOne of CIMMYT and CGIAR’s biggest supporters, he sets out on a virtual book tour to spark collaborative action toward avoiding a climate disaster and calls for innovations in almost everything that we do.
Honoring the life and legacy of Byrd C. Curtis
Nutrition, health and food securityFormer director of the Global Wheat Program positioned CIMMYT as the leading international research-for-development and breeding organization for wheat.
No greater challenge
Nutrition, health and food securityWorld-renowned economist Jeffrey Sachs joins CIMMYT’s end-of-year event to reflect upon the important tasks CGIAR should undertake in its upcoming 50 years of impact.
The Cereal Serial: What are whole grains and why do they matter?
Nutrition, health and food securityCIMMYT maize and wheat quality experts explain the importance of whole grains for healthy diets.
Tangible agricultural solutions shine at first online AGRF
InnovationsCIMMYT puts forward integrated systems, healthy diets and One CGIAR agronomic innovation at first-ever virtual edition of the African Green Revolution Forum.
Alison Bentley to be new Global Wheat Program director
Capacity developmentShe will bring to CIMMYT many years of experience in wheat genetics, wheat genetic resources and wheat pre-breeding.
CIMMYT for Mexico in times of a global pandemic
Nutrition, health and food securityCIMMYT representatives discuss the impact of the pandemic on Mexico and why CIMMYT works towards more resilient agri-food systems with healthier and more prosperous people.
Crossing boundaries
Nutrition, health and food securityLooking at wheat diseases in times of the COVID-19 crisis.
Fireflies, food and future systems – scientists share inspiration behind choosing science as a lifestyle
Gender equality, youth and social inclusionCIMMYT scientists and leaders join the International Day of Women and Girls in Science social media buzz and share stories about what inspired their careers.
A wake-up call for the fertilizer industry
Climate adaptation and mitigationAt international conference, plant nutrition experts highlight the important role of sustainability.
Investing in diversity
Environmental health and biodiversityHow CIMMYT fosters diversity in the workplace.
Candidate for FAO leadership Qu Dongyu visits CIMMYT’s headquarters to sign MoU and strengthen collaboration
Nutrition, health and food securityChina’s vice minister of agriculture and rural affairs, Qu Dongyu, visited the global headquarters of CIMMYT.