CGIAR Research Program on Wheat (WHEAT)
Joining advanced science with field-level research and extension in lower- and middle-income countries, the CGIAR Research Program on Wheat (WHEAT) works with public and private organizations worldwide to raise the productivity, production and affordable availability of wheat for 2.5 billion resource-poor producers and consumers who depend on the crop as a staple food.
WHEAT is led by the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT), with the International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) as a primary research partner.
Funding for WHEAT comes from CGIAR and national governments, foundations, development banks and other public and private agencies, in particular the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR), the UK Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
Lightbulb moments
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, CGIAR and CIMMYT scientists share their career journeys.
Australia’s High Commissioner visits Borlaug Institute for South Asia to witness sustainable intensification of agriculture
Innovations
Barry O’Farrell highlighted strong collaboration of CIMMYT and BISA with Australian research institutes.
MAIZE delivers “valuable solutions” for critical needs, according to an external review
Climate adaptation and mitigation
A report commissioned by the CGIAR Advisory Services assesses the program’s achievements from 2017-2019.
Digital nutrient management tool reduces emissions, improves crop yields and boosts farmers’ profits
Climate adaptation and mitigation
New research shows that the Nutrient Expert decision tool is better for farmers’ fields, extension services and the environment.
Solving South Asia’s sustainability issues will require a systems approach to crop management
Climate adaptation and mitigation
New research shows that a portfolio of crop management practices can boost productivity while minimizing harm to the environment.
Shining a brighter light on adoption and diffusion
Nutrition, health and food security
Improved maize varieties among top three CGIAR innovations adopted by up to 11 million households in Ethiopia, independent study shows.
“CIMMYT is at my heart”
Capacity development
Global Wheat Program director Hans Braun retires, leaving behind a legacy of strong leadership and wheat for millions.
International Whole Grain Day 2020
Nutrition, health and food security
Celebrating whole grains as an integral part of healthy, sustainable — and delicious — diets.
The Cereal Serial: What are whole grains and why do they matter?
Nutrition, health and food security
CIMMYT maize and wheat quality experts explain the importance of whole grains for healthy diets.
International Wheat Yield Partnership launches European Winter Wheat Hub
Climate adaptation and mitigation
New hub will ensure that cutting-edge discoveries are rapidly available to the global wheat breeding community.
AgriFoodTrust platform gains momentum in quest for more inclusive, transparent agriculture
Innovations
The testing and learning platform is working to tackle issues from adulterated seeds to crop residue burning.
World Food Day 2020: Nourishing food systems
Climate adaptation and mitigation
We need to make sure our food systems grow a variety of food to nourish a growing population and sustain the planet.
What is sustainable intensification?
Climate adaptation and mitigation
Farming method can boost yields, increase farmers’ profits and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Hans Braun receives prestigious Norman Borlaug Award for Lifetime Achievement in Wheat Research
Nutrition, health and food security
The award honors four individuals who have been integral to the Borlaug Global Rust Initiative.