Blogs
Nigeria Releases Hybrid Pearl Millet to Boost Nutrition and Climate Resilience
Climate adaptation and mitigation
Source: Dailyhunt ()
Nigeria launches biofortified pearl millet varieties with support from CIMMYT and ICRISAT to combat malnutrition and climate challenges in dryland regions
Double the Harvest, Double the Income: Intercropping for Yield, Income and Security
Climate adaptation and mitigation
In eastern India, smallholder farmers are transforming agriculture through CIMMYT-led intercropping innovations that boost income, improve nutrition, and build resilience against climate risks
Seeds of Change: Transforming agriculture in Koraput, Odisha
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
In Koraput, women farmers are strengthening traditions and livelihoods through collective action and better agricultural access
Ethiopia’s Offer to China, Mexico On Agricultural Modernization
Innovations
Source: HCN Times ()
Ethiopia seeks continued support from Mexico through CIMMYT to advance agricultural modernization, including irrigation and durum wheat development
With Innovations, They Protect Maize Biodiversity
Capacity development
Empowering rural women in Quintana Roo through training and inclusive innovation, this initiative strengthens native maize conservation, enhances food security, and promotes gender equity in agriculture
Reinventing mechanization for Southern Zambia’s drylands: The story of Joe Akombaetwa
Climate adaptation and mitigation
Farmer-innovator Joe Akombaetwa is transforming smallholder agriculture in Southern Zambia through climate-smart mechanization and farmer-led engineering, bridging practical ingenuity with sustainable development
Rising from adversity: The inspiring success of Asma and Tasin’s engineering workshop
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
A resilient mother-daughter duo transforms a family-run light engineering business through innovation, training, and inclusive entrepreneurship, setting a powerful example of women-led agribusiness in action
Seven New CIMMYT maize hybrids available from Eastern Africa Breeding Program
CIMMYT unveils seven new tropical maize hybrids for uptake by partners targeting Eastern Africa and similar regions
Sugar Signalling Breakthrough Could Increase Wheat Yields by Up to 12%
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
Sowing knowledge, Reaping impact: Lydia’s journey from trial farmer to community leader in Monze, Zambia
Capacity development
Lydia Siankwede’s journey highlights how participatory research empowers smallholders to build resilience and boost productivity in Zambia
CIMMYT Appoints Flavio Breseghello as Global Wheat Program Director
Capacity development
CIMMYT has appointed renowned wheat breeder Flavio Breseghello as Director of the Global Wheat Program to lead innovative, climate-resilient research at a critical time for global food security
Positive Solutions for Nature in Colombia: A Review
Environmental health and biodiversity
CIMMYT is helping farmers in Colombia conserve native maize, strengthen seed systems, and connect with niche markets through the CGIAR led Nature+ initiative, promoting biodiversity, inclusion, and sustainable livelihoods
Caring for the Earth to Secure the Future
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
Pest and disease attacks on crops rising due to climate change: Scientist
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
Sonia Jannat: defying odds, reaping success as a combine harvester MSP
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Sonia Jannat is transforming farming in Bangladesh with innovation, grit, and a drive to empower others