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Screening cycle for deadly MLN virus set to begin in Kenya during 2019
Nutrition, health and food securityThe maize lethal necrosis (MLN) artificial inoculation screening site in Naivasha, Kenya, will begin its phenotyping (screening/ indexing) cycle of 2019 at the beginning of January 2019 and in other four intervals throughout the year. Interested organizations from both the private and public sectors are invited to send maize germplasm for screening.
New publications: Climate change impact and adaptation for wheat protein
Climate adaptation and mitigationFarmers cite climate change as biggest challenge, says World Farmers Organization at COP24 talks
Climate adaptation and mitigationClimate is the most important challenge farmers face, because “they’re just influenced by it and there is little that they can do,” explains Luisa Volpe of the World Farmers Organization.
Breeders find strength in diversity at EiB contributor meeting
InnovationsMembers tackle challenges and share progress in annual meeting.
International coalition keeps devastating maize disease at bay, but risks still linger
Capacity developmentDelegates review the third year’s progress of the MLN Diagnostics and Management Project.
Extension materials on best agronomic practices endorsed by government of Nepal
Capacity developmentA wheat self-sufficiency roadmap for Ethiopia’s future
Nutrition, health and food securityMechanization could boost Ethiopian wheat production and provide youth with new job opportunities.
New digital maps to support soil fertility management in Nepal
Environmental health and biodiversityThe maps include information on soil PH, organic matter, total nitrogen, clay content and boron content.
New Soil Intelligence System for India provides high-quality data using modern analytics
Capacity developmentThe initiative will serve to develop comprehensive soil information at scale for the states of Andhra Pradesh, Bihar and Odisha
CIMMYT drought tolerant maize: A key innovation for millions of farmers, says FAO
Climate adaptation and mitigationDrought-tolerant (DT) maize was among 20 success stories featured at International Symposium on Agricultural Innovation for Family Farmers.
West Bengal agri-entrepreneur a role model for farmers in her community
Capacity developmentBibi has been able to expand her farm and now cultivates wheat, rice and jute.
New study: India could cut nearly 18% of agricultural greenhouse gas emissions through cost-saving farming practices
Climate adaptation and mitigationStudy identifies hotspots for biggest impact, suggests government incentives for widespread adoption