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CIMMYT unveils seven new tropical maize hybrids for uptake by partners targeting Eastern Africa and similar regions

In the media

tag icon Climate adaptation and mitigation

Source: Bioengineer ()

Field trials led by CIMMYT in Mexico confirmed that T6P spray treatments can consistently boost wheat yields by up to 12%, even under challenging climatic conditions

Blogs

tag icon Climate adaptation and mitigation

In the framework of International Mother Earth Day (April 22), initiatives such as Supporting Responsible Sourcing in Mexico highlight the importance of redefining our relationship with the Earth and offer options to establish a more harmonious connection with nature

In the media

tag icon Capacity development

Source: Business Standard ()

Climate change is accelerating pest and disease outbreaks in agriculture, prompting experts to call for urgent, science-based interventions to protect crop yields and food security

In the media

tag icon Capacity development

Source: MSN ()

CIMMYT is supporting the One Health approach through research linking livestock health, sustainable farming, and food security

Press releases

tag icon Capacity development

CIMMYT and IICA have joined forces through a new partnership to drive agricultural innovation, climate resilience, and economic growth across the Americas by connecting science to farmers and markets

News

tag icon Climate adaptation and mitigation

At the 2025 Munich Security Conference, CIMMYT led the call to endorse the Munich Statement on Agriculture, Biodiversity, and Security, highlighting resilient food systems and agricultural biodiversity as cornerstones of global peace and stability

In the media

tag icon Capacity development

Source: ICRISAT ()

CIMMYT’s participation in the ITEC IPR training highlights its commitment to advancing innovation management and policy for sustainable agriculture

In the media

tag icon Environmental health and biodiversity

Source: Mexico Business News ()

The State of Mexico, CIMMYT, and UNAM are supporting native corn preservation through financial aid, research, and seed donations to enhance biodiversity and sustainable farming

News

Leonardo Crespo Herrera, a respected scientist in wheat research, made significant contributions to agricultural innovation and collaboration, leaving a lasting influence in the field

In the media

tag icon Climate adaptation and mitigation

Source: The Sunday News ()

CIMMYT’s drought-tolerant maize are empowering Zimbabwean farmers to withstand weather challenges

Press releases

tag icon Climate adaptation and mitigation

The International Wheat Yield Partnership (IWYP) and the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) have appointed Dr. Jeff Rosichan as IWYP Program Director

In the media

tag icon Climate adaptation and mitigation

Source: Context ()

CIMMYT’s climate-smart solutions help Zimbabwean farmers combat fall armyworm and climate-driven crop losses

In the media

tag icon Capacity development

Source: The Herald ()

CIMMYT is modernizing breeding in Zimbabwe with machinery to enhance research and climate-resilient maize production