The cereals imperative of future food systems
The world urgently needs a transformation of the global food system, leading to healthier diets for all and a drastic reduction in agriculture’s environmental impact. The major cereal grains must play a central role in this new revolution for the benefit of the world’s poorest people.
Pulses, cobs and a healthy soil prove the success of a rural innovator
Long-term research on climate-smart agriculture in Malawi has improved the productivity, resilience and prospects of Mary Twaya, a single mother of three.
Ten things you should know about maize and wheat
Can you imagine a world without maize and wheat? We can’t!
A fresh look at the genes behind grain weight in spring bread wheat
New study provides an extensive field-test validation of existing genetic markers for thousand grain weight; finds both surprises and promising results.
Winners of 2019 MAIZE Youth Innovators Awards – Latin America announced
Seven young farmers, researchers and activists are advancing change, innovation and research in their communities.
Saving the giant
CIMMYT scientists engage to preserve the Jala maize landrace, famous for producing the longest maize ears in the world.
Breaking Ground: P.H. Zaidi helps Asian farmers get healthy harvests despite climate variability
CIMMYT maize physiologist supports development of new climate-resilient maize varieties that help resource-poor Asian farmers protect their food and income security.
About CIMMYT
For over 50 years, we’ve been using science to make a difference, helping tens of millions of farmers grow more nutritious, resilient and productive maize and wheat cropping systems, using methods that nourish the environment and combat climate change.
Research Themes
It’s time to change the system, not just the technology
Changing farming technologies requires systemic change, argues Lennart Woltering in new article.
Mexico’s agriculture secretary calls for an integrated approach to reach the Sustainable Development Goals
Villalobos highlights the importance of improving food systems and agriculture to fight violence and forced migration.
Blue maize is all the rage, but are consumers willing to pay?
Study gives insight into Mexican consumers’ preferences and demand for blue maize tortillas.
The man who fed the world
BBC radio show Witness History focuses on the life and work of Norman Borlaug.
2019 World Food Prize recognizes the impact of bringing improved seeds to Africa, Asia and Latin America
The work of laureate Simon N. Groot has helped smallholder farmers to enhance vegetable production and has improved the diets of millions.
The cereals imperative of future food systems
The world urgently needs a transformation of the global food system, leading to healthier diets for all and a drastic reduction in agriculture’s environmental impact. The major cereal grains must play a central role in this new revolution for the benefit of the world’s poorest people.
Ten things you should know about maize and wheat
Can you imagine a world without maize and wheat? We can’t!
Rural women of eastern and southern Africa gain ground
On the International Day of Rural Women, October 15, meet farmers who are leading their families and their communities to a better life.
New publications: Do market shocks generate gender-differentiated impacts?
New study provides recommendations to help female-headed households cope with market volatility.
New publications: Exploring how women seize control of wheat–maize technologies in Bangladesh
An agricultural organization led by indigenous Santal women is also benefiting low-income Muslim women.
New publications: A study of water markets in Bangladesh
Researchers analyze irrigation service providers to understand how different business models and pump types affect pricing and water conservation.
New publications: Shifting the mindset from “reaching many” to sustainable change
Paper describes mindset and skills required to go from pilot project to sustainable systemic change at scale.