Genetic resources
Prevention is better than cure
Amos Alakonya talks pests, procedure, and why everyone should be concerned about seed health.
Drought Is Crippling Small Farmers in Mexico — With Consequences for Everyone Else
Source: Nexus Media (12 Dec 2019)
The CIMMYT germplasm bank preserves the seeds of maize varieties from all over the world, including landraces very valuable to farmers.
What is wheat blast?
Wheat blast is one of the most fearsome and intractable wheat diseases in recent decades. It spreads through infected seeds, crop residues as well as by spores that can travel long distances in the air, posing a major threat to wheat production in tropical areas.
Agricultural solutions to tackle humanity’s climate crisis
Science offers opportunity to curb greenhouse gas emissions related to agriculture and meet climate goals.
US Under Secretary of Agriculture ready for further cooperation with CIMMYT
Ted McKinney and representatives from state agriculture departments learn about relevant maize and wheat research during visit to global headquarters in Mexico.
Kanwarpal Dhugga awarded top honor in science
CIMMYT researcher named Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
First steps taken to unify breeding software
Experts work together at hackathon to develop Enterprise Breeding System that can serve CGIAR organizations and national agricultural research programs.
Four CIMMYT scientists among world’s most influential scholars, based on citations
Recognized for most-cited works worldwide on Web of Science Group’s list of Highly Cited Researchers.
Thomas Payne honored at gathering of crop science peers
Head of CIMMYT Wheat Germplasm Bank receives Frank N. Meyer Medal for contributions to germplasm collection, conservation and use.
What it takes to bring the best seed to farmers
CIMMYT’s board witnesses the results of impactful research and market partnerships in Kenya.