Year: 2023
Response of African sorghum genotypes for drought tolerance under variable environments
Scientists revealed a vast diversity in the genetic resources of sorghum and provided a pathway for selecting promising genotypes for regions prone to drought in sub-Saharan Africa.
Nevada researcher aims to improve sorghum hybrids for dairy cattle feed
Source: Nevada Today (20 Nov 2023)
CIMMYT partnering with Melinda Yerka, an associate professor in the Department of Agriculture, Veterinary & Rangeland Sciences and her team to extend the availability of sorghum varieties.
Boosting groundnut value chains
A stakeholder meeting held with the aim of establishing a platform for dialogue among stakeholders involved in groundnut production and distribution laid the foundation for the development of groundnut farming in Tanzania.
Working towards a sustainable, empowered, and equitable seed system
Swati Nayak, South Asia Lead for Seed Systems and Product Management at the International Rice Research Institute, emphasizes the importance of directing scientific efforts toward broader social change
In Ethiopia, workshop brings together stakeholders on climate risk analysis outputs
Stakeholders commend climate risk adaptation plans for Ethiopian value chains, including maize and wheat.
Farmers’ Hub launched in Nigeria to boost food security and agricultural development
AVISA Farmers’ Hub initiative aims to empower local farmers, enhancing food security and agricultural development in North Central Nigeria.
Scientist emphasizes digital agro-advisories utilization
Source: The Horn (14 Nov 2023)
CIMMYT scientist, Kindie Tesfaye highlights the role of user-centric climate information services and advisories in empowering farmers.
Top food policy expert hails nation’s efforts to bolster its grain resilience
Source: China Daily (15 Nov 2023)
CIMMYT Director General, Bram Govaerts, praises China’s substantial investment in science and technology for food security.
Chewing over the future of global food security
CIMMYT Director General, Bram Govaerts, emphasizes the global food security challenges and applauds China’s efforts to address them.
CIMMYT Ethiopia signs MoU with key private food processor to bolster durum wheat market
CIMMYT Ethiopia aiming to reinvigorate durum wheat production in the country to address market challenges faced by farmers.
Celebrating collaboration in science
China-CIMMYT alumni event in Beijing recognizes the impact of partnership.