Poverty reduction, livelihoods and jobs

Blogs

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In Uganda’s Bukedea District, Nelson Ekurutu, with CIMMYT’s support, is testing improved crops to help farmers boost yields and build resilience through better seeds and practices

Features

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AgriNet connects farmers with improved seeds, processes grains for diverse markets, and collaborates with CIMMYT and NaSARRI to align research with market needs and boost agricultural productivity

In the media

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Source: Inter Press Service ()

CIMMYT advances conservation agriculture in Southern Africa, boosting yields, soil health, and livelihoods through climate-smart practices and innovation

In the media

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Source: MenaFN ()

CIMMYT’s collaboration in developing drought-tolerant wheat and hybrid seeds is helping farmers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa adapt to the growing impacts of climate change, including erratic rainfall and rising temperatures

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Source: República ()

CIMMYT’s Kailali Agro Fair inspired farmers to adopt modern machinery, transforming local agriculture

Blogs

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Tichaona’s journey exemplifies the benefits of empowering local service providers in rural agriculture. Through the CGIAR Agroecology Initiative, he transformed from being a community handyman to establishing a successful agriculture business in Mbire. This in turn benefited the entire community

Blogs

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CIMMYT is strengthening Africa’s dryland regions by building capacity in seed systems, crop improvement, business sustainability, and data-driven agricultural innovation

News

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CIMMYT’s participation at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit showcased its leadership in advancing regenerative agriculture, open data, and global collaboration to address the climate crisis and transform the agri-food sector

Features

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Blogs

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CSISA’s research assesses the impact of drought on crop production practices in Bihar, highlighting the adaptation and mitigation challenges faced by farmers

Blogs

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An international seed conference co-organized by CIMMYT in Nepal paved the way for seed business and investment opportunities, tapping into the country’s ideal agro-ecological conditions for seed production of cereals, fruits, and vegetables

Publications

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CIMMYT, through the USAID-funded SASAS initiative, empowers Sudanese farmers and herders to reduce reliance on aid by supporting agrifood entrepreneurs in overcoming war-related challenges and fostering resilience through collaboration and community efforts

Features

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With USAID and CIMMYT’s AID-I project, women in rural Tanzania are overcoming adversity, pioneering seed production, and redefining gender roles

Press releases

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CIMMYT is leading efforts in Southern Africa to empower farmers with climate-smart agriculture, resilient seed systems, and early-warning tools, ensuring food security and sustainability amidst unprecedented drought conditions

Blogs

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CIMMYT’s Sustainable Agrifood Systems Approach for Sudan (SASAS) program works to ensure that herders have access to rich grazing lands and safe drinking water to improve foraging conditions for their livestock