climate resilience
Transforming agriculture in sub-Saharan Africa: a new dawn for millet production
As climate challenges intensify, a groundbreaking initiative is underway to revolutionize millet production in sub-Saharan Africa, leveraging the crop’s resilience and nutritional benefits to ensure sustainable food systems. A multi-faceted approach to enhancing millet production sets the stage for future initiatives and research aimed at realizing the full potential of millets in Africa.
G7 summit highlights importance of sustainable food systems
CIMMYT contributes to the G7 goals on agricultural productivity, food security, and climate change through the Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils initiative.
Over 5,000 Busia farmers to benefit from Kalro certified millet seed
Source: The Star ()
It’s time to scale: Emerging lessons from decades of Conservation Agriculture research in Southern Africa
ACASA’s research yields not just data but seeds of hope, foreseeing a transformative future in CA adoption, shaping African agriculture and beyond.
Heat tolerant maize: a solution for climate change-induced 360â—¦ water deficits
Heat tolerance and high yield potential are essential traits in maize to adopt climate change effects in lowland tropics.
New innovative crops could significantly reduce agriculture’s climate change impact and environmental footprint
The Novo Nordisk Foundation has awarded a grant of up to USD 21.1 million to CIMMYT for a groundbreaking initiative to mitigate the environmental impact of agriculture, by developing new wheat varieties that are capable of reducing agriculture’s nitrogen footprint. The CropSustaiN initiative could have sweeping implications for global food security and environmental sustainability.
Translating strategy into scientific action
Researchers and partners from the Sustainable Agrifood Systems (SAS) program determined how to achieve agrifood system goals in alignment with CIMMYT’s 2030 Strategy.
Rebel Seeds’ Borlaug gets Hard wheat classification
Source: Grain Central ()
Borlaug 100’s Australian Hard classification underscores CIMMYT’s role in developing resilient, high-yielding wheat varieties.
Gridded crop modeling to simulate impacts of climate change and adaptation benefits in ACASA
Gridded crop modeling builds an understanding of how climate change impacts crops, helping researchers to adapt agricultural methods and combat food insecurity.
Harnessing econometric and statistical tools to support climate-resilient agriculture
Econometric and statistical methods lead to informed decision-making and safeguard agricultural productivity in the face of climatic hazards in South Asia.
Roots of resilience: my journey as a Conservation Agriculture champion
Conservation Agriculture promotes climate resilience, increased crop yields, and healthier plants, supporting livelihoods and food security across the region. Grace Malaicha tells her story.
Unlocking insights from literature: exploring adaptation options in ACASA
Using Systematic Literature Review, ACASA has identified key climate adaptation options and assessed their effectiveness.
Greater successes through NARS partnerships
BISA has been an exemplary partner in building and supporting a strong ACASA team and establishing strong, financially supported partnerships with NARS.
Sustaining Conservation Agriculture initiatives: lessons from Malawi
Conservation Agriculture offers sustainable solutions for Malawi’s agriculture. Prioritizing farmer-centered approaches can drive widespread adoption, ensuring food security and climate resilience.
Revolutionizing food security: Africa’s millet renaissance
With the right mix of policy support, technological innovation, and market development, millets have the potential to become the cornerstone of Africa’s resilient and sustainable agricultural future.