Sustainable agrifood systems

News

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CIMMYT is helping farmers in Colombia conserve native maize, strengthen seed systems, and connect with niche markets through the CGIAR led Nature+ initiative, promoting biodiversity, inclusion, and sustainable livelihoods

Blogs

tag icon Climate adaptation and mitigation

In the framework of International Mother Earth Day (April 22), initiatives such as Supporting Responsible Sourcing in Mexico highlight the importance of redefining our relationship with the Earth and offer options to establish a more harmonious connection with nature

In the media

tag icon Capacity development

Source: Business Standard ()

Climate change is accelerating pest and disease outbreaks in agriculture, prompting experts to call for urgent, science-based interventions to protect crop yields and food security

Blogs

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Sonia Jannat is transforming farming in Bangladesh with innovation, grit, and a drive to empower others

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Sustainable Agrifood Systems

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Consultant, Quantitative Research Specialist
In the media

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Source: MSN ()

CIMMYT is supporting the One Health approach through research linking livestock health, sustainable farming, and food security

Press releases

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CIMMYT and IICA have joined forces through a new partnership to drive agricultural innovation, climate resilience, and economic growth across the Americas by connecting science to farmers and markets

News

tag icon Climate adaptation and mitigation

At the 2025 Munich Security Conference, CIMMYT led the call to endorse the Munich Statement on Agriculture, Biodiversity, and Security, highlighting resilient food systems and agricultural biodiversity as cornerstones of global peace and stability

In the media

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Source: ICRISAT ()

CIMMYT’s participation in the ITEC IPR training highlights its commitment to advancing innovation management and policy for sustainable agriculture

Blogs

tag icon Climate adaptation and mitigation

Victor Munakabanze’s journey from trial plots to championing Conservation Agriculture in Zambia’s Southern Province showcases how climate-smart innovations can transform livelihoods and inspire farmer-led adaptation

News

tag icon Capacity development

Colombia boosts agri-food sustainability with the Hub methodology, an innovation strategy that strengthens corn production through collaboration and knowledge sharing