United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
Network develops optimized breeding pipelines for accelerated genetic gains in dryland crops
Capacity developmentThe Africa Dryland Crop Improvement Network (ADCIN), NARES, and CGIAR scientists in Africa optimized quantitative genetic criteria for breeding programs and breeding strategies and pipelines for chickpea, pigeon pea, groundnut, sorghum, pearl-millet, and finger millet crops.
No Stones, No Grit! A game-changing technology to process small grain introduced in Zimbabwe
Capacity developmentA locally made, affordable multi-crop thresher offers a convenient post-harvest processing option for smallholder farmers.
Breaking ground and redefining roles in the agri engineering sector: Anjuara Begum
Capacity developmentAnjuara’s journey from a widowed mother to a successful grinding operator is an inspiring story of resilience. CSISA–MEA’s light engineering training for women has not only transformed Anjuara’s life but also prompted a paradigm shift in the perception of women’s capabilities in traditionally male-dominated roles.
Advancing appropriate-scale mechanization in the Global South
Climate adaptation and mitigationPremised on sharing best practices and charting a way forward towards harnessing appropriate scale mechanization, CIMMYT led an engaging meeting with key stakeholders in Zambia.
Advancing wheat breeding through rapid marker-selectable trait introgression
InnovationsCIMMYT’s commitment to excellence and precision is exemplified in the AGG WHEAT marker-selectable trait introgression. The journey from concept to reality—marked by the entry of 97 F5 lines into yield trials—signals a new era in wheat breeding.
Enhancing wheat breeding efficiency in South Asia through early germplasm access
Environmental health and biodiversitySuccess stories witnessed in India, Pakistan, and Nepal underscore the transformative potential of this approach, offering a beacon of hope for agricultural communities in South Asia and beyond.
Reaching farmers in Zambia
Capacity developmentAID-I conducted a community sensitization to connect Zambian farmers with existing mobile networks that provide agricultural and climate data.
Heat tolerant maize hybrids: a pursuit to strengthen food security in South Asia
Climate adaptation and mitigationCIMMYT’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.
Protected: VACS Quick Wins Seed Systems
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Protected: VACS Crop Improvement Coalition
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Protected: Crops to End Hunger CtEH: Groundnut, Sorghum, Millet
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Protected: Fusarium head blight (FHB) of wheat
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Soybean rust threatens soybean production in Malawi and Zambia
Climate adaptation and mitigationSoybean 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.
Tackling fall armyworm with sustainable control practices
Capacity developmentAdopting 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.