CIMMYT
Munich Statement on Agriculture, Biodiversity and Security: there is no security without food security
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
Building IP Capacity Across Nations: ICRISAT’s South-South Training Sparks Cross-Country Learning
Capacity development
Source: ICRISAT ()
CIMMYT’s participation in the ITEC IPR training highlights its commitment to advancing innovation management and policy for sustainable agriculture
Trade Partnerships and Industry Milestones
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
In Memory of Leonardo Crespo
Leonardo Crespo Herrera, a respected scientist in wheat research, made significant contributions to agricultural innovation and collaboration, leaving a lasting influence in the field
Decades of research deliver drought-tolerant maize for a hotter, uncertain future
Climate adaptation and mitigation
Source: The Sunday News ()
CIMMYT’s drought-tolerant maize are empowering Zimbabwean farmers to withstand weather challenges
The International Wheat Yield Partnership (IWYP) announces new program director
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
Zimbabwean farmers face crop-munching armyworm after drought
Climate adaptation and mitigation
Source: Context ()
CIMMYT’s climate-smart solutions help Zimbabwean farmers combat fall armyworm and climate-driven crop losses
CIMMYT donates agricultural implements to Gwebi
Capacity development
Source: The Herald ()
CIMMYT is modernizing breeding in Zimbabwe with machinery to enhance research and climate-resilient maize production
Advanced Training in Conservation Agriculture: Fostering Sustainable Agronomic Systems
Capacity development
CIMMYT’s training on Conservation and Regenerative Agriculture empowered participants with climate-resilient farming practices to strengthen agrifood systems
Tecnologico De Monterrey Develops Nutraceutical Corn to Address the Global Food Crisis and Improve Health
Innovations
Source: barchart ()
Tecnologico de Monterrey and CIMMYT developed nutraceutical corn to enhance nutrition and advance food security
CIMMYT visit celebrates strategic scientific partnership
Capacity development
Source: John Innes Centre ()
CIMMYT and the John Innes Centre are advancing global wheat research through a strategic partnership focused on innovative solutions for disease resistance, productivity, and sustainable food systems
Strengthening the roots of an agri-carbon market
Climate adaptation and mitigation
Source: The Hindu ()
A CIMMYT study highlights the potential of agricultural carbon markets in India but calls for greater inclusivity, better incentives, and improved implementation to ensure long-term farmer participation and sustainable outcomes
Four New CIMMYT maize hybrids available from LATAM Breeding Program
Innovations
CIMMYT introduces four new high-yielding maize hybrids, now available for licensing to bring resilient varieties to farmers in Latin America