Blogs
The increasing frequency of drought challenges agriculture sustainability and livelihood of smallholder farmers
Climate adaptation and mitigationCSISA’s research assesses the impact of drought on crop production practices in Bihar, highlighting the adaptation and mitigation challenges faced by farmers
Positioning Nepal as a future seed production hub in South Asia
Capacity developmentAn international seed conference co-organized by CIMMYT in Nepal paved the way for seed business and investment opportunities, tapping into the country’s ideal agro-ecological conditions for seed production of cereals, fruits, and vegetables
A blueprint for soil health initiatives
Environmental health and biodiversityMethods developed under CIMMYT’s GAIA project and adopted by national partners recognized as a success for acid soil remediation in Ethiopia
Helping herders access grazing lands and water sources amid prevailing food insecurity in Sudan
Climate adaptation and mitigationCIMMYT’s Sustainable Agrifood Systems Approach for Sudan (SASAS) program works to ensure that herders have access to rich grazing lands and safe drinking water to improve foraging conditions for their livestock
Malho Marndi finds way forward with Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) Technology
Climate adaptation and mitigationMalho Marndi is leading the way, proving that with the right technology, smallholder farmers can thrive
The Sudan Food Security Initiative: Helping Farmers Produce High-Quality Seed Varieties
Capacity developmentCIMMYT’s SASAS program boosts food security in conflict-affected Sudan by introducing high-yielding sorghum varieties through demonstration fields. Part of the Sudan Food Security Initiative (SFSI), it strengthens informal seed systems and helps farmers increase yields.
SASAS and partners use the Mega Demonstration Protocol with mother and baby trials in 10 villages in Kassala State to promote drought-tolerant sorghum adoption.
Wild wheat: The key to food security in a warming world
Climate adaptation and mitigationIncreased investment in researching the crop’s grassy cousins can yield a new generation of varieties that are not just climate-resilient, but also environmentally regenerative
Rebecca’s Story of Turning Waste into a Livelihood
Gender equality, youth and social inclusionA single mother in Tanzania finds strength and stability by reclaiming spilled Paddy at a local cooperative
Harnessing the benefits of commercial agriculture
Capacity developmentFrom being a subsistence farmer to engaging in commercial farming, from relying on traditional methods to improved farming technologies, Rajendra Kathariya has made a positive impact on himself and his family’s quality of life
Empowering women in Zanzibar: the transformative impact of amaranth farming
Capacity developmentTraining on agricultural practices for alternative crops is expanding farming opportunities for women, securing nutrition and financial security for their families and communities
Building Resilience in Tigray: How CSA is pioneering sustainable agriculture in Ethiopia
Climate adaptation and mitigationAdoption of Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) technologies and practices in Tigray, Ethiopia, praised by CIMMYT scientists and partners
Buffering Climate Extremes in Zambia: The Essential Role of Delivery with a Difference
Climate adaptation and mitigationCIMMYT’s AID-I initiative helps Zambian farmers adapt to climate change by providing drought-tolerant crops and essential agricultural support
Enhancing farmer’s crop productivity with resilient maize varieties tailored to their needs
Climate adaptation and mitigationFor more than a decade, the participatory regional on-farm trials (ROFT) have involved hundreds of farmers to identify the most suitable new maize hybrids, contributing to CIMMYT’s mandate of tackling food and nutrition insecurity through advanced breeding methods
How Training Farmers to Produce Improved Seeds helps Mitigating Food Insecurity in the Conflict-Ridden Sudan
Capacity developmentWorking with partners, CIMMYT’s Sustainable Agrifood Systems Approach for Sudan (SASAS) program empowers farmers and herders to reduce the need for humanitarian assistance even in conflict-affected Sudan
Bridging research and policy: how CIMMYT’s science shapes practice in South Asia
Climate adaptation and mitigationTo truly make a difference, research must speak the language of policy. CIMMYT scientists in Bangladesh ensure their work translates into practical solutions for agrifood systems