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A sustainable agrifood systems approach in conflict-ridden Sudan
Capacity developmentCIMMYT, in partnership with USAID, is implementing the Sustainable Agrifood Systems Approach for Sudan, an integrated agrifood system model designed to underpin food security through scalable development opportunities and sustainable agricultural practices.
STEM the gap: Scientists reflect on women’s increasing participation and visibility in STEM careers
Gender equality, youth and social inclusionAt CIMMYT, women leaders and scientists work on the pressing issues of our times. They contribute as managers, economists, and scientists – breeders, soil experts, agronomists, GIS analysts, pathologists, etc. Every day they help CIMMYT deliver on its commitment: Science and Innovation for a Food and Nutrition Secure World.
Growing stronger with every season
Gender equality, youth and social inclusionAt CIMMYT, our Women in Crop Science network is working to create a more inclusive internal and external environment. Here’s a glimpse of a day in the life of our team.
CIMMYT and China: A successful partnership since 1974
Capacity developmentThe CIMMYT–China collaboration over four decades has added some 10.7 million additional tons of wheat to China’s national wheat output.
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 science behind the perfect bread and pasta flour
Nutrition, health and food securityEvery year, thousands of wheat lines are analyzed in detail in the CIMMYT Wheat Quality laboratory to determine the nutritional, processing and end-use quality of the grain.
Waging war against the fall armyworm
Environmental health and biodiversityCIMMYT and its partners worldwide continue to work on this complex challenge, so millions of smallholder farmers can protect their crops and feed their families.
Four questions with CIMMYT’s Maize Genebank Curator
Environmental health and biodiversityHow to preserve and share the genetic biodiversity of maize.
Many birds with one stone
Capacity developmentTwo-wheel tractors have replaced outdated farming tools, helping Ethiopian farmers reduce drudgery, improve productivity and increase their profits.
The transformative value of maize
Capacity developmentIn India’s state of Odisha, maize farming is lifting up the socioeconomic status of women.
Nixtamalization: An ingenious solution for healthier maize-based diets
Nutrition, health and food securityCould an ancient and — in the Americas — commonplace practice help make maize agri-food systems more nutritious?
Best of 2020: Our favorite videos
InnovationsKick back, press play and enjoy some of our favorite videos of the year.
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.
Crop Modeling community of practice
Capacity developmentImproving global coordination of crop modeling efforts.
In case of fall armyworm, watch this video
Capacity developmentA video to be aired on Bangladeshi television shows farmers how to identify the pest and manage a potential infestation.