Zimbabwe Agriseeds partners CIMMYT in production of new drought tolerant cultivars
Partnership will facilitate production of drought tolerant varieties in the wake of persistent climate change.
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Source: Xinhua News (17 Apr 2019)
Stephen Mugo said that greater adoption of drought tolerant seeds combined with improved soil and water management is key to cushioning African small-holders from hunger and malnutrition.