From A to Z: Developing nutritious maize and wheat at CIMMYT for 50 years
June 5, 2016Over the past 50 years, various research activities have been undertaken to boost protein quality and micronutrient levels in maize and wheat to help improve nutrition in poor communities.
Sustainable agriculture takes root in Karnataka, India
June 2, 2016Nearly 150 scientists, researchers and extension agents attended a field training on conservation agriculture and mechanization for sustainable intensification.
New Publications: Climate change’s impact on agriculture expected to have multi-sector effects
May 30, 2016A new study predicts that climate change will have a large, secondary impacts on agricultural societies in sub-Saharan Africa.
Improved maize fights drought in Malawi
May 26, 2016As an El Niño-induced drought continues to devastate southern African food crops, CIMMYT promoted drought-tolerant maize to Malawian politicians.
Annual meeting highlights adoption of conservation agriculture in Sichuan, China
May 24, 2016CIMMYT is expanding conservation agricultural practices aimed at enhancing the productivity of labor, land and capital in China’s Sichuan Province.
CIMMYT scientist to assume leadership role at the American Society of Agronomy
May 23, 2016CIMMYT Principal Scientist Ortiz-Monasterio appointed as 2017 Global Agronomy Section Vice Chair of the American Society of Agronomy.
Maize: From Mexico to the world
May 20, 2016For Mexicans, the “children of corn,” maize is entwined in life, history and tradition. It is not just a crop; it is central to their identity.
Harnessing maize biodiversity for food security, improved livelihoods in Africa
May 20, 2016Diverse, stress tolerant maize varieties are benefiting smallholders throughout sub-Saharan Africa.
Agriculture emissions guidelines could help meet new climate change targets, study shows
May 17, 2016Agriculture sector should commit to specific greenhouse gas emissions targets to contribute to fight against global warming, researchers propose EL BATAN, Mexico (CIMMYT) – International scientists ha …
New Publications: Maize Lethal Necrosis survey reveals farmer impact, future needs
May 16, 2016A new study reveals the need for continued development of maize varieities resistant to MLN and strengthening farmer resilience.
Bayer collaboration promises new innovations for South Asia farms
May 12, 2016CIMMYT and Bayer’s Crop Science team are looking for practical solutions to future climate-change related challenges in South Asian agriculture.
Helping Nepalese farmers adapt to climate change
May 11, 2016Cornell University’s Linda McCandless describes some of the agricultural challenges Nepalese farmers face after the devastating 2015 earthquake
Stress Tolerant Maize for Africa
April 27, 2016The Stress Tolerant Maize for Africa (STMA) project aims to diminish devastating constraints in maize production that occur simultaneously across many regions in sub-Saharan Africa. The project develo …
Global wheat breeding returns billions in benefits but stable financing remains elusive
April 27, 2016What do a chapati, a matza, or couscous have in common? The answer is wheat, which is a source for one-fifth of the calories and protein consumed globally.
CIMMYT kicks off 50th anniversary celebrations in southern Africa
April 26, 2016CIMMYT’s Southern Africa regional office celebrated 50 years of agriculture research for development in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Iran tackles environmental challenges with new approach to cropping systems
April 25, 2016Water shortages and decade long drought are mobilizing Iran find new approaches to agriculture.
Millions of smallholders in Africa benefit from climate resilient drought-tolerant maize
April 21, 2016At least 40 million smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa are profiting from more than 200 new drought-tolerant varieties of maize.
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April 20, 2016Tackling challenges to cereal production through cross-crop collaborations
April 11, 2016Cropping systems can become more resilient in the face of climate change through better coordination and standardization.
Will El Niño be a wake-up call to invest in food security solutions?
April 8, 2016In southern Africa close to 50 million people are projected to be affected by droughts caused by the current El Niño, write CIMMYT scientists.