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Source: Technology Networks ()

CIMMYT’s focus on gene editing, like the DMC1 gene study, is paving the way for wheat varieties that can withstand rising temperatures.

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Attended by over 1,300 smallholder farmers, the fourth edition of the CIMMYT seed and mechanization fairs held in Mwenezi and Masvingo districts linked farmers with private sector companies.

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Source: ChinaDaily ()

CIMMYT, in collaboration with China, plays a critical role in the global initiative for germ plasm sharing.

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CIMMYT leads training sessions to equip stakeholders with tools to identify and mitigate the effects of MLN.

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To improve food security in Zambia and Tanzania, CIMMYT and Zamseed join forces to strengthen maize resilience.

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Source: SeedWorld ()

CIMMYT stands at the forefront of uniting public and private sectors in plant breeding.

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CIMMYT is leading South Asia’s crop diversification efforts with projects such as TAFSSA and RUPANTAR, focusing on evidence-based policies and robust support to smallholder farmers.

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CGIAR leadership visited CIMMYT to learn about the Center’s work in advancing resilient food systems.

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Source: CGIAR ()

cCIMMYT’s research and development efforts are critical in addressing the environmental and socio-economic challenges of agriculture in CWANA.

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A seed fair in Zambia brings together farmers to explore climate-smart seed systems.

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Source: Farmers Review Africa ()

CIMMYT, in collaboration with World Vegetable Center, has embarked on a partnership to enhance sustainable food production and employment for youth and women.

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In 2011, CIMMYT and ICAR committed to agricultural development in South Asia with the creation of BISA. Since then, BISA has increased crop yields, developed hardy wheat varieties and championed environmental health.

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The Jeanie Borlaug Laube Women in Triticum (WIT) Award honors outstanding early-career scientists engaged in wheat research.

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Academia, government and industry each have a role in attracting youth to careers in agriculture in India.