Sustainable agrifood systems

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New leaflet highlights digital innovations for Africa as researchers share insights at the African Green Revolution Forum 2019.

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Halfway into Nepal’s 12-year plan to boost seed systems, partners review progress and plan the best way to meet targets.

In the media

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Source: Dhaka Tribune (17 Aug 2019)

USAID-funded CIMMYT and iDE project helped young mechanic develop the market for his locally-manufactured machines.

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The mobile kit will allow Ethiopia to quickly identify wheat rust strains in 48 hours, instead of sending samples to labs abroad.

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After Afghanistan, Nepal, and Pakistan, the Regional Drought Monitoring and Outlook System extends its coverage to Bangladesh.

Press releases

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The average farmer who uses the Happy Seeder can generate up to 20% more profits than those who burn their fields, according to a new study published in Science.

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Published in Science, the article provides evidence for national policies that block stubble burning and promote no-till mechanization to manage crop residues.

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People across the country planted more than 350 million trees in a day to fight deforestation and climate change.

Podcasts

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Taking a social inclusion lens to social protection and the role of men in gender equality.

Publications

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Researchers analyze irrigation service providers to understand how different business models and pump types affect pricing and water conservation.

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M.L. Jat received the Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Award for outstanding and impact-oriented research contributions in natural resource management and agricultural engineering.

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The small hand-operated device, which ensures the even distribution of fertilizer, could support food production, nutrition, and even the incorporation of women to farming.

Features

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The Nepal Seed and Fertilizer (NSAF) project is expanding its support to include finance, working with commercial banks to develop and expand access to innovative financial products for seed companies.

In the media

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Source: The Telegraph (15 Jul 2019)

CIMMYT study reveals water conservation policies by the regional governments of Haryana and Punjab aggravate air pollution.