Blogs
Demand for stress-tolerant maize is surging and CIMMYT’s varieties are meeting the moment
Climate adaptation and mitigation
Seed companies and research institutions are lining up to commercialize CIMMYT’s climate-resilient maize, as more farmers seek solutions for food security and farm stability
Kenyan Farmer Unlocks New Opportunities Through breakthrough Improved Pigeonpea Variety
Capacity development
CIMMYT and KALRO, through the AVISA project, introduced the high-yielding Mituki pigeonpea variety in Makueni, Kenya. Learn how smallholder farmer Francis Ndiso transformed his livelihood, inspired his community, and helped strengthen local seed systems through innovation and resilience
From data to impact: How strategic partnerships and agronomic insights drive smallholder productivity
Capacity development
Strategic partnerships, digital tools, and high-quality agronomic data are transforming smallholder farming in Southern Africa, turning raw information into actionable insights that boost productivity and resilience
Strengthening Wheat Security in WANA through Climate-Resilient Germplasm Selection
Capacity development
A landmark workshop in Türkiye united scientists, policymakers, and institutions across West Asia and North Africa to fast-track climate-resilient wheat through collective germplasm selection and regional collaboration
Unlocking Investment and Innovation in Dryland Crops: A Business Forum on Sorghum and Groundnut in Tanzania
Innovations
A Business-to-Business Forum in Tanzania is strengthening seed systems and value chains for sorghum and groundnut by driving investment, innovation, and farmer opportunities
Additive Intercropping of Groundnut in Sugarcane: A Pathway to Diversification in Western Uttar Pradesh
Climate adaptation and mitigation
CIMMYT and ICAR are transforming sugarcane farming in India with additive intercropping of groundnut and pulses, driving resilience and sustainable growth
Driving a New Era in Breeding: AI-Powered Phenotyping at CIMMYT
Capacity development
CIMMYT is revolutionizing plant breeding with AI-powered phenotyping, using smartphones and machine learning to deliver faster, scalable, and more accurate crop data for dryland staples across Africa
Building Resilience in Sudan: Sustain Sudan Project Launches with Strong Partner Commitments
Climate adaptation and mitigation
The Sustain Sudan Project unites global partners to revive farming, support smallholder farmers, and build sustainable agrifood systems for lasting food security
Cultivating the Land with Deep Roots: Indigenous Peoples at the Center of Food Security
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Across Mexico, Indigenous farmers are blending ancestral wisdom with modern innovations to boost food security, protect soils, and achieve food sovereignty — supported by CIMMYT’s expertise
Patience, Trust, and a Long View: How farmers in Malawi are shaping the future of Conservation Agriculture
Capacity development
Discover how Conservation Agriculture is transforming smallholder farming in Malawi through sustainable practices, farmer-led trials, and climate-smart innovations
From Struggle to Strength: A Young Farmer’s Journey Toward Sustainable Prosperity
Climate adaptation and mitigation
When young minds meet the right tools, they don’t just grow crops—they cultivate a new future for their communities
Rural youth and science-based agricultural innovation
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Ricinomex and CIMMYT promote agricultural diversification in Oaxaca with a young technical team that supports and transforms. Sergio Gil’s experience shows that science can drive a more promising generational renewal—from the field to extension services
Kibwezi Farmers Embrace the Mituki Pigeonpea Variety Through Community Partnerships
Innovations
In Kenya’s Kibwezi East, CIMMYT and partners spotlighted pigeon pea innovations helping farmers thrive in drylands
A lifetime of learning: Dorothy Helema’s journey with Conservation Agriculture in Malawi
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Dorothy Helema is turning personal loss into lasting legacy, transforming Conservation Agriculture from a research concept into a thriving community movement—one trial plot at a time
Maize Seed Tracker: A Digital Decision Tool for Maize Lethal Necrosis-Free Seed Production
Capacity development
CIMMYT’s Maize Seed Tracker is helping farmers and partners in Kenya prevent MLN, protect seed quality, and build resilient food systems through real-time, data-driven action