Sustainable agrifood systems

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Agricultural Economist
In the media

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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.

News

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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.

Blogs

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

Blogs

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CSISA-MEA, with support from USAID, organized exposure visits to India for Bangladeshi farmers to encourage environmentally friendly practices and business expansion among ABLE enterprises.

In the media

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Source: Technology Works (18 Dec 2023)

Kevin Pixley explores the impact of genetic engineering on resilient crop varieties

Blogs

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The 2023 Borlaug Dialogue showcased CIMMYT’s collaborations in Mozambique and innovative initiatives to address agricultural challenges in Southern Africa.

In the media

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Source: Ministerie van Landbouw, Natuur en Voedselkwaliteit (18 Dec 2023)

News

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Director of CIMMYT’s Sustainable Agrifood Systems program recognized for outstanding contributions to soil science.

In the media

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Source: Rural 21 (11 Dec 2023)

Sylvanus Odjo and Heike Ostermann highlight systemic scaling up of post-harvest technologies.

News

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NARC and CIMMYT prioritize food security and technology adoption to transform agriculture in Nepal.

In the media

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Source: Khabarhub (10 Dec 2023)

Nepal and CIMMYT sign 10-year pact to improve agriculture, focusing on improved production and markets.

Publications

Ethiopia leads East Africa in wheat production, with 65% of sub-Saharan Africa’s share, through improved practices and varieties developed by CIMMYT.

News Press releases

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Agreement builds on successful partnership in southern and eastern Africa.