Sustainable agrifood systems

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In Kasungu, Malawi, Sarai Mkanasi is leading a farming revolution as climate smart mixed farming transforms livelihoods

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CIMMYT and partners are transforming Nepal’s maize seed sector through local hybrid seed production, capacity building, and inclusive rural development

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Diversifying cover crops and legumes enhances the functionality of agricultural systems by strengthening the soil, reducing pest pressure, and increasing climate resilience

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Smallholder farmers in Zimbabwe are restoring soil health and building climate resilience through farmer-led trials that integrate organic amendments and conservation agriculture practices

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CGIAR is strengthening the link between research and policy by promoting simplified, impactful science communication and strategic engagement with policymakers to drive sustainable, evidence-based agricultural innovation

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In Zambia’s Southern Province, the Atubandike initiative is equipping local Digital Champions to bridge digital and social divides within farming communities-fostering trust, challenging exclusionary norms, and paving the way for inclusive, climate-smart agriculture that places every farmer’s voice at the heart of innovation

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Through multilateralism, CIMMYT strengthens its global commitment to build peace, resilience, and sustainability in rural communities through science and agriculture

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In Bihar, smallholder farmers like Rita Devi are transforming their livelihoods through collective action and innovative farming practices introduced by the Small Farmers Large Fields initiative

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Carolina Cortez, agronomist, promotes female leadership in agriculture and transforms the field with innovation and dedication

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Source: Coalition fo Action 4 Soil Health ()

CIMMYT, as co-leader of the VACS initiative, is driving global efforts to scale soil health solutions by linking science, policy, and climate-resilient agriculture

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Two decades of CIMMYT-led conservation agriculture trials across Zambia uncover how tailored, climate-resilient practices can boost smallholder productivity and soil health amid increasing weather extremes

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CIMMYT’s Dr. Velu Govindan wins the 2025 Derek Tribe Award for advancing climate-resilient, nutrient-rich wheat to boost global food security.