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Source: Zimbabwe Independent ()

Blogs

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CIMMYT’s systematic and targeted breeding strategy in South Asia helped develop 20 high yielding and heat-stress tolerant maize hybrids. The ongoing efforts strengthens the livelihood of farm families who are highly vulnerable to climate change in the Asian tropics.

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Climate change: fungal disease endangers wheat production.

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tag icon Climate adaptation and mitigation

Source: CGIAR ()

CIMMYT contributes significantly to the global Excellence in Agronomy Initiative, focusing on sustainable agriculture and climate adaptation.

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Source: Satg ()

Filsan and CIMMYT launch Siman, a hybrid maize boosting Somalia’s agriculture and food security.

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Saharah Moon Chapotin shares her inspiring career journey as a plant scientist making a societal difference, the importance of self-confidence in shaping career choices, and the need for emulative leadership, policies, and programs to support a diverse workplace

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CIMMYT is actively engaging a wide spectrum of stakeholders to define and harmonize target product profiles across Africa, with farmers at the heart.

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Source: The Times of India ()

Dr. Ravi Prakash Singh, associated with CIMMYT, is awarded the Padma Shri.

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Source: nature ()

CIMMYT’s use of CRISPR to enhance maize resistance against diseases represents a pivotal advancement in sustainable agriculture and global food security.

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On the sidelines of the CGIAR Gender Research Conference 2023 in New Delhi, CIMMYT researchers working on gender and social inclusion across the Global South gathered to discuss pathways toward 2030 for making GESI efforts intentional and impactful.

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Soybean production in sub-Saharan Africa is expected to grow by over 2% per annum to meet the increasing demand. However, as production increases, significant challenges caused by diseases, pests, declining soil fertility, and other abiotic factors remain.

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Adopting sustainable and ecofriendly agricultural practices, sharing valuable knowledge, and providing farmers with effective tools and techniques can help mitigate the impact of fall armyworm in Zimbabwe.

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Source: CGIAR ()

SNA empowers CIMMYT to uncover and strengthen vital connections within agricultural research networks, fostering collaborative innovations for global food security.

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CIMMYT leads international collaboration to monitor invasive pests attacking post-harvest crops and the propagation of toxic fungi.

In the media

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Source: Milling Middle East & Africa ()

CIMMYT’s wheat varieties boost Ethiopia’s agriculture by combating rust and increasing yields, significantly enhancing food security.