Sustainable agrifood systems
Advancing gender and social inclusion in agroecology: Insights from the CGIAR Agroecology Initiative in Zimbabwe
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Time Running Out to Avert Food Catastrophe, but There Is Hope
Climate adaptation and mitigation
CIMMYT advances scientific innovations to boost crop productivity, resilience, and global food security
Advisory services boost bean farming in Malawi
Climate adaptation and mitigation
The AID-I program boosts bean farming in Malawi by connecting farmers to markets, improving yields and incomes, and enhancing resilience and food security
Exploring Azolla Farming as a Sustainable Feed Source for Poultry in Murehwa, Zimbabwe
Capacity development
Azolla is enhancing sustainable poultry farming in Murehwa, Zimbabwe, through its integration into CIMMYT-led Agroecology Initiative efforts
Scaling Conservation Agriculture-based Sustainable Intensification in Ethiopia (SCASI): Empowering Farmers and Engaging Development Partners
Climate adaptation and mitigation
CIMMYT is empowering Ethiopian farmers with sustainable practices that boost productivity, improve soil health, and build resilience to climate change
Advanced Training in Conservation Agriculture: Fostering Sustainable Agronomic Systems
Capacity development
CIMMYT’s training on Conservation and Regenerative Agriculture empowered participants with climate-resilient farming practices to strengthen agrifood systems
Sowing a Seed of Hope: Transforming Lives through Mixed Farming in Nepal
Innovations
In Nepal, CIMMYT’s Mixed Farming Initiative transforms traditional farming into sustainable, resilient systems for marginalized communities
Why early-stage on-farm sparse testing could be a game changer for crop breeding in Africa
Climate adaptation and mitigation
Early-stage on-farm testing tailors crop breeding to the realities of smallholder farmers, increasing efficiency and impact.
The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29): Navigating Food Systems and Climate Challenges
Climate adaptation and mitigation
At COP29, CIMMYT highlighted science-driven innovations to transform food systems and strengthen climate resilience
CIMMYT-ICAR Workshop on Long-Term Agricultural Experiments
Climate adaptation and mitigation
CIMMYT and ICAR’s workshop on Long-Term Agricultural Experiments fostered collaboration to advance sustainable agriculture and climate resilience
Promoting mechanized farming technologies in Mbire and Murewa through the Agroecology Fairs
Capacity development
Scaling access to mechanization through local service providers and innovative financing models, CIMMYT is empowering smallholder farmers in Zimbabwe to enhance productivity, reduce labor, and create new livelihood opportunities
Beyond Survival: Thriving through solar innovation and empowerment in Sudan
Capacity development
As Sudan grapples with the dual crises of conflict and climate change, solarization offers a scalable solution with multiple benefits. Its potential to empower women, engage youth, and strengthen public-private partnerships positions it as a cornerstone for sustainable agricultural development
Sustaining Health and Soil: Sundhani Tharu’s 4Rs Approach to Farming
Environmental health and biodiversity
Sundhani Tharu, a farmer from Nepal, is transforming her community through sustainable farming practices, blending tradition with innovation to nurture healthier soils, crops, and lives
Strengthening the roots of an agri-carbon market
Climate adaptation and mitigation
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A CIMMYT study highlights the potential of agricultural carbon markets in India but calls for greater inclusivity, better incentives, and improved implementation to ensure long-term farmer participation and sustainable outcomes
Atubandike: Breaking down gender barriers in Zambia’s agricultural advisory services
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
How Atubandike is breaking barriers in Zambia’s agricultural advisory services by equipping women as digital champions and fostering gender equity through community-driven solutions that challenge entrenched stereotypes