Americas
CIMMYT has several offices in the Americas, including global headquarters in Mexico and a regional office in Colombia. Activities are supported by an additional 140 hectares of stations in diverse agro-ecological zones of Mexico. CIMMYT’s genebank in Mexico stores 27,000 maize and 170,000 wheat seed collections – key to preserving the crop genetic diversity of the region. CIMMYT projects range from developing nutritionally enhanced maize to mapping regional climate change hot spots in Central America. The comprehensive MasAgro project aims to increase wheat production in Mexico by 9 million tons and maize production by 350,000 tons by 2030. CIMMYT promotes regional collaboration and facilitates capacity building for scientists, researchers and technicians.
Cultivating the Land with Deep Roots: Indigenous Peoples at the Center of Food Security
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Across Mexico, Indigenous farmers are blending ancestral wisdom with modern innovations to boost food security, protect soils, and achieve food sovereignty — supported by CIMMYT’s expertise
Genetic analysis identifies key loci for traits and resistance in Qinghai plateau wheat F2 populations
Climate adaptation and mitigation
Source: Nature ()
CIMMYT germplasm combined with Qinghai Plateau wheat revealed 99 genetic loci for yield, stress tolerance, and stripe rust resistance, paving the way for marker-assisted breeding of resilient, high-altitude wheat
From Gene to Impact: Science and Partnerships to Transform Agriculture
Climate adaptation and mitigation
CIMMYT hosted a field day at its Sanjaya Rajaram Experimental Station in Toluca, showcasing innovations in wheat disease resistance, climate resilience, and sustainable cereal production through strategic alliances in Mexico and worldwide
Isabell Olsasky: from Iowa to Mexico: research, culture, and a deeper understanding of global agriculture
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Source: Independent Advocate ()
From Iowa to Mexico, Isabell Olsasky’s journey as a Borlaug Ruan Intern at CIMMYT reveals how young minds, farmer voices, and global research come together to shape a more sustainable and inclusive future for agriculture
Rural youth and science-based agricultural innovation
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Ricinomex and CIMMYT promote agricultural diversification in Oaxaca with a young technical team that supports and transforms. Sergio Gil’s experience shows that science can drive a more promising generational renewal—from the field to extension services
Mexico Strengthens Its Cooperation for Agrifood Transformation
Backed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Agriculture, and AMEXCID, a strategic project is consolidated with CIMMYT to strengthen technical and productive capacities in six states of the country
Mexico Biologicals Market to Worth Over US$ 2,268.76 Million by 2033
Climate adaptation and mitigation
Source: Global News Wire ()
CIMMYT’s groundbreaking trial in Guanajuato slashed synthetic nitrogen use in maize by half—proving that sustainable farming isn’t just possible, it’s powerful
Ingredion Renews Investment in Transformative Approach to Fair Trade of Corn Grown Sustainably
Climate adaptation and mitigation
CIMMYT secures grant to scale up responsible sourcing strategy that traded more than 100,000 tons of sustainable grain in two years
Alternative Crops to Tackle Climate Change: Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue at CIMMYT
Climate adaptation and mitigation
CIMMYT brought together key agri-food stakeholders for a dynamic workshop on Opportunities for Alternative Crops in Mexico, sparking reflection and co-creation to drive productive diversification in the country’s semi-arid regions in the face of climate change
Tips for diversifying crops and improving the functionality of agricultural systems
Climate adaptation and mitigation
Diversifying cover crops and legumes enhances the functionality of agricultural systems by strengthening the soil, reducing pest pressure, and increasing climate resilience
Joining Forces to Sow Peace through Multilateralism: CIMMYT’s Global Commitment
Capacity development
Through multilateralism, CIMMYT strengthens its global commitment to build peace, resilience, and sustainability in rural communities through science and agriculture
Women in agronomy: the journey of Carolina Cortez
Capacity development
Carolina Cortez, agronomist, promotes female leadership in agriculture and transforms the field with innovation and dedication
Women Who Nourish the Earth: Yuridia Hernández and the Feminine Strength in Sustainable Agriculture
Environmental health and biodiversity
Yuridia Hernández leads a network of women producers in the Mixteca region of Oaxaca who, like the land they cultivate, regenerate, sustain, and transform their plots through sustainable practices and collective work.
Fidelia González Galindo, a rural woman who challenges limits and transforms the countryside
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Fidelia González Galindo breaks barriers in agriculture by empowering rural women and transforming food security in Puebla
With Innovations, They Protect Maize Biodiversity
Capacity development
Empowering rural women in Quintana Roo through training and inclusive innovation, this initiative strengthens native maize conservation, enhances food security, and promotes gender equity in agriculture