This is a selection of the latest CIMMYT news stories.
News
Food security
New study identifies best agronomic practices to reduce fall armyworm damage
Good weed management, conservation agriculture, and use of manure and compost are recommended to help control fall armyworm in Africa.
Climate change
CIMMYT and Clinton Foundation launch partnership to improve access to climate-resilient maize seed in eastern and southern Africa
New partnership will help farmers in Malawi, Rwanda and Tanzania have better access to seeds that help maize crops better withstand growing challenges of drought, pests, diseases, and climate change.
Climate change
To manage El Nino-related crop distress in eastern and southern Africa, invest in drought-tolerant seeds and better soil and water care
Government support vital for deploying climate-resilient seeds and practices, say agriculture experts
Capacity building
What’s new in southern Africa?
From smart mechanization to nutritious and drought tolerant seeds, partners discover CIMMYT’s latest research and innovations.
Health and nutrition
Cobs & Spikes podcast: Striving for higher quality, more nutritious maize
Feeding the world’s population is only part of the challenge — we must also strive for higher-quality, more nutritious crops.
Gender and social inclusion
How gender equity and social inclusion are improving the lives of rural families in Africa
Women have the potential to be drivers of agricultural transformation.
Gender and social inclusion
Tribal women in India find value in maize cultivation
This year the group harvested more than 3,300 kg from seven acres of land.
Food security
New infographics illustrate impact of wheat blast
They show how wheat blast spreads, its potential effect on wheat production in South Asia and ways farmers can manage it.