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How Ivuna women farmers are transforming their lives through seed production
In Ivuna Village, Tanzania, a determined group of women leveraged Vikoba loans, mentorship, and improved sorghum seeds to transform their livelihoods, boost household incomes, and inspire others in their community
Bridging the seed gap in Kenya with standard certified seed
Kenya’s Standard Certified Seed (SCS) initiative improves seed access, supports dryland crops, and strengthens climate-resilient agriculture through certification and capacity development
Exploring Azolla Farming as a Sustainable Feed Source for Poultry in Murehwa, Zimbabwe
Azolla is enhancing sustainable poultry farming in Murehwa, Zimbabwe, through its integration into CIMMYT-led Agroecology Initiative efforts
Scaling Conservation Agriculture-based Sustainable Intensification in Ethiopia (SCASI): Empowering Farmers and Engaging Development Partners
CIMMYT is empowering Ethiopian farmers with sustainable practices that boost productivity, improve soil health, and build resilience to climate change
Tecnologico De Monterrey Develops Nutraceutical Corn to Address the Global Food Crisis and Improve Health
Source: barchart ()
Tecnologico de Monterrey and CIMMYT developed nutraceutical corn to enhance nutrition and advance food security
CIMMYT visit celebrates strategic scientific partnership
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
The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29): Navigating Food Systems and Climate Challenges
At COP29, CIMMYT highlighted science-driven innovations to transform food systems and strengthen climate resilience
CIMMYT-ICAR Workshop on Long-Term Agricultural Experiments
CIMMYT and ICAR’s workshop on Long-Term Agricultural Experiments fostered collaboration to advance sustainable agriculture and climate resilience
Promoting mechanized farming technologies in Mbire and Murewa through the Agroecology Fairs
Scaling access to mechanization through local service providers and innovative financing models, CIMMYT is empowering smallholder farmers in Zimbabwe to enhance productivity, reduce labor, and create new livelihood opportunities
Sustaining Health and Soil: Sundhani Tharu’s 4Rs Approach to Farming
Sundhani Tharu, a farmer from Nepal, is transforming her community through sustainable farming practices, blending tradition with innovation to nurture healthier soils, crops, and lives
Strengthening the roots of an agri-carbon market
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
CIMMYT introduces four new high-yielding maize hybrids, now available for licensing to bring resilient varieties to farmers in Latin America
In Zimbabwe, Women Are Leading the Battle Against Climate Change
Source: Inter Press Agency ()
CIMMYT supports Zimbabwean women farmers with climate-smart practices to build resilience and sustainability
Five New CIMMYT maize hybrids available from Southern Africa Breeding Program
CIMMYT announces the release of five new, improved tropical maize hybrids for licensing, offering drought tolerance, high yield, and resistance to key diseases, tailored to enhance productivity in stress-prone agroecologies of Southern Africa
Navigating the seed market and transforming agricultural productivity
AgriNet connects farmers with improved seeds, processes grains for diverse markets, and collaborates with CIMMYT and NaSARRI to align research with market needs and boost agricultural productivity