Evidence suggests conservation agriculture can maintain the sustainability of agri-food systems in regions impaired by soil salinity and sodicity.

Genetic analysis of the Afghan wheat landrace KU3067 reveals resistance to leaf rust and stripe rust, which can be used to develop further disease-resistant wheat varieties.

Technology offers a route to better information sharing for farmers. CIMMYT research examines whether a mobile app is the right solution.

Scientists in the Yaqui Valley, Mexico, release six decades of wheat research evidencing opportunities for improved wheat growth and yield.

This metagenomics study examines how application of organic material alters soil microbial populations and functionality in soil from permanent beds with residue retention.

Collaborative field evaluations reveal promising results for sub-Saharan Africa’s low input maize farming systems and commercial seed production.

Analysis of evidence by scientists of the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) and CGIAR concludes that the scientific risks of genome editing are similar to those of traditional breeding.

A new study provides deeper insights into improving the performance of the country’s rice and maize seed value chains.

New textbook covers all aspects of wheat improvement, as well as rapidly evolving technologies and their potential to accelerate genetic gains and adaptation.

A team of researchers activates vegetative storage proteins in maize leaves, to stockpile nitrogen reserves for release when plants are hit by drought.

Multiple studies show conventional farming practices degrade soils, deplete aquifers and feed rampant greenhouse gas emissions.

Genomic selection is a promising tool to select for spot blotch resistance and index-based selection to select for spot blotch resistance, heading and plant height.

Researchers use genome-wide association mapping approach to identify new regions with resistance to the disease.

Study reveals gaps and interactions between caste, gender and agricultural decision-making.

Researchers evaluate the use of genomic selection in wheat breeding against deadly fungal disease.